Rep. Jim Howell (R-Derby) filed for re-election in District 82 on Friday.
Howell was elected to the Legislature and began serving his first term in 2011. He currently serves on the House Education Committee, House Federal and State Affairs Committee and the House Government Efficiency Committee.
“It is a true honor to serve the citizens of the 82nd District,” he said. “Since arriving in Topeka, my main priority has been reducing the size of government and focusing on growing the Kansas economy.”
Howell is employed in test engineering at Boeing Wichita and has worked on the KC-46A and U.S. Air Force tanker projects. He has 20 years of experience with local aviation manufacturers and served five years in the Air Force.
“We can look no further than to Boeing’s decision to leave the state to remind us that sustaining economic growth and prosperity is a full-time job,” he said. “I remain committed to ensuring the policies put forth by the Legislature are beneficial to my friends and neighbors back home.”
He said he has been dedicated to issues, including balancing the budget, limiting government spending, protecting the lives of the unborn, and cutting taxes.
“Rep. Howell brings a credible voice to many issues, including balancing the budget and paying down state debt, reducing the tax burden on Kansans and improving the state economy,” said House Majority Leader Arlen Siegfreid (R-Olathe). “Not only has he been a tireless advocate for his district, but Rep. Howell’s hard work and dedication is an incredible asset to our chamber. This is a member who belongs in the Kansas House.”
Howell has been married to his wife, Leah, for 21 years and they have five children, all of Derby.