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Max E. Coffey

b. 1939

American politician

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About Max E. Coffey

Born 1939. Max E. Coffey is an American businessperson and politician.

Max E. Coffey (born April 28, 1939) is an American politician who served as a member of the Illinois House of Representatives and the Illinois Senate.

Biography Coffey was born in Vermilion County, Illinois and educated in Kansas, Illinois. He attended Eastern Illinois University At the time, this also made him a member of the Coles County Board.

In 1974, Coffey was elected to the Illinois House of Representatives. In 1976, Coffey ran for the Illinois Senate against Democratic candidate and Vermilion County State's Attorney Richard J. Doyle of Hoopeston. State Representative Harry "Babe" Woodyard was appointed to succeed Coffey in the Senate. Coffey was a delegate to 1982 Republican National Convention.

On January 13, 2016, Governor Bruce Rauner appointed Coffey a member of the Illinois Board of Higher Education. Coffey was confirmed by the Illinois Senate on May 23, 2016.

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Important facts

Born
28 April 1939
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Businessperson, politician
Nationality
United States
Education
Eastern Illinois University
Positions held
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives, Member of the State Senate of Illinois

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Max E. Coffey?

American politician

When was Max E. Coffey born?

Max E. Coffey was born on 28 April 1939.

What is Max E. Coffey's occupation?

Max E. Coffey is a businessperson and politician.

What nationality is Max E. Coffey?

Max E. Coffey is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Max E. Coffey

· Wikidata: Q18685462

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