Gary G. Dahl
Encyclopedia
Gary G. Dahl was a Republican
member of the Illinois Senate
, representing the 38th district from 2005 until his December 2010 resignation for personal reasons.
In 2009, Senator Dahl was the chief sponsor behind a bill in the Illinois Senate to officially recognize Pluto as a planet and to declare March 13, 2009 as "Pluto Day" in the State.
Legislative priorities:
• Restore fiscal discipline to Illinois and tackle the budget crisis
• Bring more high quality, good paying jobs to the 38th District
• Reform Illinois ethics laws and enhance sunshine of state government.
which Dahl founded in 1985.
U.S. Army Veteran (1958–1962)
volunteer, Habitat for Humanity Foundation Board, the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue, the Peru Rotary and the Junior Achievement Board.
As a small business owner, Gary also belongs to several groups connected to his work, including the National Federation of Independent Business, the Mid-West Truckers Association, Illinois Chamber of Commerce, the Illinois Trucking Association and the American Trucking Association. He also served as treasurer of the Distribution & LTL Carriers Association.
Humanitarian Award (2000), Horizon House Appreciation Award (2003) .
of Morris, Illinois
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Republican Party (United States)
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member of the Illinois Senate
Illinois Senate
The Illinois Senate is the upper chamber of the Illinois General Assembly, the legislative branch of the government of the state of Illinois in the United States. The body was created by the first state constitution adopted in 1818. The Illinois Senate is made up of 59 senators elected from...
, representing the 38th district from 2005 until his December 2010 resignation for personal reasons.
In 2009, Senator Dahl was the chief sponsor behind a bill in the Illinois Senate to officially recognize Pluto as a planet and to declare March 13, 2009 as "Pluto Day" in the State.
Legislative priorities:
• Restore fiscal discipline to Illinois and tackle the budget crisis
• Bring more high quality, good paying jobs to the 38th District
• Reform Illinois ethics laws and enhance sunshine of state government.
Legislative Assignments
Committees on Agriculture and Conservation; Commerce and Economic Development; Licensed Activities; State Government and Veterans AffairsCareer
Small business owner – President of the Double D Express Inc., Double D Warehouse LLC, based in Peru, IllinoisPeru, Illinois
Peru is a city in LaSalle County, Illinois, United States. The population was 10,295 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Ottawa–Streator Micropolitan Statistical Area...
which Dahl founded in 1985.
U.S. Army Veteran (1958–1962)
Community involvement
Gary has been a member of numerous community organizations, including the Illinois Valley Red Cross (board member for six years), Illinois Valley Area Chamber of Commerce (two-time president), Meals on WheelsMeals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels are programs that deliver meals to individuals at home who are unable to purchase or prepare their own meals. The name is often used generically to refer to home-delivered meals programs, not all of which are actually named "Meals on Wheels"...
volunteer, Habitat for Humanity Foundation Board, the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue, the Peru Rotary and the Junior Achievement Board.
As a small business owner, Gary also belongs to several groups connected to his work, including the National Federation of Independent Business, the Mid-West Truckers Association, Illinois Chamber of Commerce, the Illinois Trucking Association and the American Trucking Association. He also served as treasurer of the Distribution & LTL Carriers Association.
Awards
Red Cross’s Prairie State Good Neighbor Award (2004), Peru Rotary Community Service Award (1993), Rotarian of the Year (2003), Junior Achievement Award (2003), Innovative Solutions Workforce Development program (2000), Jimmy CarterJimmy Carter
James Earl "Jimmy" Carter, Jr. is an American politician who served as the 39th President of the United States and was the recipient of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize, the only U.S. President to have received the Prize after leaving office...
Humanitarian Award (2000), Horizon House Appreciation Award (2003) .
Personal
Dahl is married to Debbie, father of five children, two stepchildren and 14 grandchildren. He currently lives in rural Granville.News
Senator Dahl tendered his resignation on December 2, 2010 stating he wants to spend more time with family; he was replaced by Sue RezinSue Rezin
Sue Rezin is a Republican member of the Illinois Senate, representing the 38th district since her appointment in December 2010..-Early life, education and career:...
of Morris, Illinois
Morris, Illinois
Morris is a city in Grundy County, Illinois, United States. The population was 13,636 at the 2010 census.Morris is home to the Dresden Nuclear Power Plant, which provides a substantial portion of the electricity supply for the Chicago metropolitan area...
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External links
- Senator Gary Dahl official website
- Illinois General Assembly - Senator Gary G. Dahl (R) 38th District official IL Senate website
- Follow the Money - Gary G. Dahl
- Project Vote Smart - Senator Gary G. Dahl (IL) profile
- Illinois State Senate Republicans - Dan Cronin profile
- Double D Express Web site