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Ryan McDougle

b. 1971

American politician in Virginia (born 1971)

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About Ryan McDougle

Born 1971. Ryan McDougle is an American lawyer and politician.

Ryan Todd McDougle (born November 9, 1971) is an American politician. A Republican, he served in the Virginia House of Delegates from 2002 until 2006. He was elected to the Senate of Virginia. Since 2006, he has represented the 4th district, representing six counties and part of a seventh.

Early life McDougle was born in Hanover, Virginia, on November 9, 1971. Attorney General Jay Jones, has since filed an emergency appeal to the US Supreme Court to pause the state supreme court's ruling.

McDougle was a leading critic of the 2011 redistricting of the Virginia Senate.

Political positions Gun control Following the Virginia Tech shooting, McDougle, along with delegate Bill Janis, proposed several gun control bills in the state Senate. McDougle successfully sponsored Senate Bill 226, which enforced a new law which required firearm purchasers to be asked whether they ever have been involuntarily committed to mental health treatment.

Cannabis McDougle supports the use of cannabis. However, he opposes use of cannabis in an apartment complex. Senate bill 1406, is an ongoing bill which will legalize cannabis in Virginia, under certain circumstances. McDougle opposed this bill.

Electoral history

2007 Unopposed

2011 Unopposed

2015 Unopposed

2019

2023

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
James Madison University, Mechanicsville High School, William & Mary Law School
Positions held
Member of the State Senate of Virginia, Member of the Virginia House of Delegates
Also known as
Ryan Todd McDougle

People in Ryan McDougle's life

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Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ryan McDougle?

American politician in Virginia (born 1971)

When was Ryan McDougle born?

Ryan McDougle was born on 9 November 1971 in Hanover Courthouse.

What is Ryan McDougle's occupation?

Ryan McDougle is a lawyer and politician.

What nationality is Ryan McDougle?

Ryan McDougle is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ryan McDougle

· Wikidata: Q7384305

· DBpedia: Ryan McDougle

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