Adam Hamm
American politician (born 1971)
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Adam Hamm (born July 24, 1971) is a former North Dakota Insurance Commissioner who served from 2007 to 2016.[1] He was appointed to the position and he began his work on October 22, 2007.[2] Hamm is a former prosecutor in the Cass County State's Attorney's office and is a native of Jamestown. He won re-election in 2008 against challenger Jasper Schneider.
Adam Hamm | |
|---|---|
| 21st North Dakota Insurance Commissioner | |
| In office October 9, 2007 – January 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Jim Poolman |
| Succeeded by | Jon Godfread |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 24, 1971 |
| Party | Republican |
In late 2015, Hamm announced he would not seek a third term as Insurance Commissioner.[3]
Personal life
Hamm is married to Michelle, and they have two children.
Electoral history
| North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Election, 2008 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % |
| Republican | Adam Hamm (inc.) | 151,019 | 50.31 |
| Democratic | Jasper Schneider | 149,186 | 49.69 |
| North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Election, 2012 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % |
| Republican | Adam Hamm (inc.) | 192,031 | 63.25 |
| Democratic | Tom Potter | 111,099 | 36.59 |
| Write-ins | Write-ins | 483 | 0.16 |