Dean Rhoads

Dean Rhoads (born 1935) is a former Republican member of the Nevada Senate, representing the Northern Nevada District (map) from 1984 until 2012. Previously he served in the Nevada Assembly from 1976 through 1982. In October 2010, Senator Rhoads broke with the Republican establishment to endorse Harry Reid over Sharron Angle in that year's Senate Race.

He was on the board of directors of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), a conservative lobbying group.

Jon Ralston, Nevada's leading political journalist, described Rhoads as a "consummate rural lawmaker", and "one of the most principled in history".

Personal information Rhoads was born in Tonasket, Washington.

Family Rhoads is married to his wife Sharon and together they have 2 children: Shammy, Chandra.

Education Rhoads obtained his BS in Agriculture Business Management from California State Polytechnic College.

Organizations Dean Rhoads is a member of many organizations which include: Director of the American Legislative Exchange Council Member of the Nevada Cattlemen’s Association Member of the Nevada Taxpayers Association Member of the Rotary Club