Troy McKeown | |
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Member of the
Wyoming Senate from the 24th district | |
Assumed office January 4, 2021 | |
Preceded by | Michael Von Flatern |
Personal details | |
Born | Cheyenne, Wyoming, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Catherine McKeown |
Children | 3 |
Residence(s) | Gillette, Wyoming, U.S. |
Alma mater |
University of Wyoming (
BS) Webster University ( MBA) |
Profession | Self employed |
Troy McKeown is an American politician and a Republican member of the Wyoming Senate, representing District 24 since January 4, 2021. [1]
Troy McKeown graduated from the University of Wyoming in 1987. [2] Before entering politics, McKeown served 27 years in the United States Army as an artillery officer and retired as a lieutenant colonel. He was also a business owner. [3] He is a member of both the Senate Labor, Health & Social Services Committee and the Senate Transportation, Highways & Military Affairs Committee. [2]
Troy McKeown advocates for equal access to education for all from kindergarten to 12th grade. [4]
Troy McKeown won the Republican Primary against former incumbent Michael Von Flatern, winning 63.4% of the vote. [1]