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Gene Fraise
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| Member of the Iowa Senate | |
| In office January 7, 1986 – January 13, 2013 |
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| Born | May 7, 1932 West Point, Iowa, U.S. |
| Died | November 27, 2020 (aged 88) West Burlington, Iowa, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Faye Pumphrey |
| Residence | Fort Madison, Iowa |
| Occupation | Farmer |
| Website | Fraise's website |
Eugene S. Fraise (born May 7, 1932 – died November 27, 2020) was an American politician from Iowa. He was known for serving in the Iowa Senate for many years.
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Gene Fraise's Time in Politics
Gene Fraise was a politician who served in the Iowa Senate. This is like a state-level parliament or congress, where elected people make laws for the state of Iowa. He represented the 46th district from 1986 until 2013. He first joined the Senate to fill a spot that became empty when another senator, Lowell Junkins, left.
Working on Committees
During his time in the Iowa Senate, Fraise worked on several important groups called committees. These committees focus on different topics to help make good laws. He was part of the Appropriations committee, which deals with how the state spends its money. He was also on the Judiciary committee, which looks at laws related to justice and courts.
Fraise was also a member of the Agriculture committee. He even became the chairman of this committee, meaning he was in charge of its meetings and decisions. He also served as the vice chairman of the Justice System Appropriations Subcommittee. Before working in the state Senate, he was on the Lee County Board of Supervisors for seven years. This board helps manage local government in the county.
Re-election
In 2004, Gene Fraise was re-elected to the Iowa Senate. He won with 14,272 votes, which was 53% of all the votes. He defeated his opponent, Doug P. Abolt, who was from the Republican party.
Later Life and Passing
Gene Fraise passed away on November 27, 2020, in West Burlington, Iowa. He was 88 years old. His death was caused by COVID-19.
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