Brian Stout
American politician
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Brian Stout is an American politician who served as a member of the Oregon House of Representatives from the 31st district from 2023 until 2025.[2] Stout was elected in 2022 and announced that he would not run for re-election in 2024.[3]
Brian Stout | |
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| Member of the Oregon House of Representatives from the 31st district | |
| In office January 9, 2023 – January 13, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Brad Witt |
| Succeeded by | Darcey Edwards |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Dallas, Texas, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Nancy Stout |
| Children | 2[1] |
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Early life and education
Stout was born in Dallas, Texas. After moving to Oregon, he attended Hillsboro High School, graduating in 1986. He studied graphic design at Portland State University.[2]
Legislative career
Oregon House of Representatives
Stout was the 2020 Republican nominee to represent the 31st district in the Oregon House of Representatives. He lost the general election to incumbent Brad Witt by 511 votes.[4]
Stout ran for the same seat in 2022, defeating the Democratic nominee, Anthony Sorace.[5] Stout was sworn in on January 9, 2023. He served on the Committee on Business and Labor and the Committee on Economic Development and Small Businesses.[6]
Sexual abuse allegation
On November 7, 2022, a Columbia County Circuit Court judge granted a five-year protective order against Brian Stout when a woman filed a petition alleging sexual abuse.[7]
On January 16, 2023, Stout was removed from his committee assignments.[6]
On April 28, 2023, after a three-day hearing, the Columbia County Circuit Court judge ruled against Stout's request to dismiss the restraining order.[8]
On May 9, 2023, House Speaker Dan Rayfield called on Stout to resign saying, "He can make the decisions on how he wants to operate in this world and whether he chooses to stay or not, and allow the voters to make the ultimate decision in two years if he chooses to run."[9]
On February 8, 2024, Stout announced that he would not be running for re-election. He endorsed Darcey Edwards in the 2024 election.[3]
Personal life
Stout has been married to his wife Nancy for over 30 years. They have two daughters and one grandson.[2]
Election history
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Brian Stout | 6,056 | 86.6 | |
| Republican | William Spencer | 879 | 12.6 | |
| Republican | Write-in | 61 | 0.9 | |
| Total votes | 6,996 | 100.0 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Brad Witt (incumbent) | 21,536 | 50.5 | |
| Republican | Brian Stout | 21,025 | 49.3 | |
| Write-in | 59 | 0.1 | ||
| Total votes | 42,620 | 100.0 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Brian Stout | 4,756 | 63.3 | |
| Republican | Drew Layda | 2,720 | 36.2 | |
| Republican | Write-in | 36 | 0.5 | |
| Total votes | 7,512 | 100.0 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Brian Stout | 19,666 | 59.2 | |
| Democratic | Anthony Sorace | 13,492 | 40.6 | |
| Write-in | 75 | 0.2 | ||
| Total votes | 33,233 | 100.0 | ||