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Nina R. Harper
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| Member of the Maryland House of Delegates from the 45th district |
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| In office February 27, 2013 – January 14, 2015 |
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| Preceded by | Hattie N. Harrison |
| Succeeded by | Cory V. McCray |
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| Born | October 15, 1950 Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
| Died | December 29, 2018 (aged 68) Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residences | Baltimore, Maryland |
Nina R. Harper was an American politician. She was born on October 15, 1950, and passed away on December 29, 2018. She served in the Maryland General Assembly. This is like the state's parliament. She represented the 45th area of Baltimore City.
Early Life and Education
Nina Harper was born in Baltimore City, Maryland. Her birthday was October 15, 1950. Her parents were Geneva and Andres Himan. Her father was a merchant seaman. He came from Colombia, a country in South America.
Nina went to Catholic schools in Baltimore. She finished high school in 1968. She graduated from St. Francis Academy High School.
Career Before Politics
After high school, Nina Harper started working at AT&T. This is a big telecommunications company. She worked there for 30 years.
Nina was also active in her community. She was a member of the Baltimore City Democratic Central Committee. This group helps lead the Democratic Party in the city. From 2004 to 2015, she was the executive director. She led the East Oliver Community Association. She also helped Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake when she started her term in 2010.
Serving in the Legislature
Nina Harper became a state delegate in Maryland. A delegate is like a representative. She was chosen by Governor O'Malley. She filled a spot after Delegate Hattie N. Harrison passed away.
Nina Harper was sworn in on February 27, 2013. This means she officially started her job. She was assigned to the House Ways and Means committee. This committee works on laws about taxes and money.
Later Years
Nina Harper passed away on December 29, 2018.
