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Bryce Edgmon
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| Speaker of the Alaska House of Representatives | |
| Assumed office January 21, 2025 |
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| Preceded by | Cathy Tilton |
| In office February 14, 2019 – January 19, 2021 |
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| Preceded by | Neal Foster (acting) |
| Succeeded by | Josiah Patkotak (acting) |
| In office January 17, 2017 – January 15, 2019 |
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| Preceded by | Mike Chenault |
| Succeeded by | Neal Foster (acting) |
| Member of the Alaska House of Representatives | |
| Assumed office January 15, 2007 |
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| Preceded by | Carl Moses |
| Constituency | 37th district (2007–2013) 36th district (2013–2015) 37th district (2015–present) |
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| Born | May 3, 1961 Dillingham, Alaska, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic (before 2019) Independent (2019–present) |
| Spouse | Melody Edgmon |
| Children | 4 |
| Education | University of Alaska, Anchorage (BBA) |
Bryce Edgmon was born on May 3, 1961. He is an important leader in Alaska politics. He is a member of the Alaska House of Representatives, which is part of Alaska's state government. He represents the 37th District.
From 2017 to 2021, Bryce Edgmon served as the Speaker of the Alaska House of Representatives. The Speaker is like the leader of the House. His district covers a large area of Alaska. This includes parts of the Kodiak Island Borough, Aleutians East Borough, and other areas. As of 2025, Bryce Edgmon is the longest-serving member in the Alaska House of Representatives.
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Early Life and Family
Bryce Edgmon grew up in Dillingham, Alaska. This is a town where he also worked as a commercial fisherman for over 20 years. He fished for salmon and herring. He was also the chairman of Choggiung Ltd. This company is an Alaska Native village corporation. These corporations help manage land and resources for Alaska Native communities.
Bryce Edgmon is part Aleut, which is an Alaska Native group. He was raised in a home where the Yup'ik language was spoken. He is married to Melody Nibeck. They have three children named Evan, Emma, and Magy. He still lives in Dillingham today. He studied at the University of Alaska, Anchorage. There he earned a degree in Business Administration.
Political Career in Alaska
Bryce Edgmon began his political journey by running for office in 2006. He challenged the person who held the seat before him, Carl Moses. The election was very close and ended in a tie. To decide the winner, they had to flip a coin!
Becoming Speaker of the House
In 2016, Bryce Edgmon's political party won many seats. Because of this, he became the Speaker of the Alaska House of Representatives. This was a big moment because he was the first Alaskan Native person to hold this important position in Alaska's history.
Roles and Responsibilities
As Speaker, Bryce Edgmon had many duties. He also served on several important committees. Committees are groups of lawmakers who focus on specific topics.
- He was the vice-chair of the Health & Social Services Committee.
- He chaired the Committee on Committees.
- He was a member of the Commerce, Community & Economic Development Committee.
- He also served on the Legislative Council and the Arctic Policy Committee.
Before becoming Speaker, he was on the House Finance Committee. This committee deals with money matters for the state. He also led subcommittees for the Department of Public Safety and Department of Corrections budgets. He has also worked on committees related to energy, fisheries, resources, and education.
See also
- List of Native American politicians
- List of state legislature Speakers
