Gail Haines
American politician
Gail Haines (born 19 December 1951) is a former American politician from Michigan. Haines was a Republican member of Michigan House of Representatives.
Education
Haines received a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from State University of New York in 1973 and a Master of Science degree in Education from Nazareth College in 1975.
Career
Haines was a public school teacher and an educator.
On November 4, 2010, Haines won an election to the state house and became a Republican member of Michigan House of Representatives for District 43. Haines defeated Scott Hudson and Paul J. Greenawalt with 49.25% of the vote. On November 6, 2012, as an incumbent, Haines won the election and continued serving District 43. Haines defeated Neil Billington with 60.76% of the votes.
A former member of the Lake Angelus city council, Haines is a member of a number of community boards and organizations.
Personal life
Haines' husband is David.
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