Bud Shinpoch
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December 8, 1924
Bud Shinpoch | |
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![](#/media/File:Representative_A._N._"Bud"_Shinpoch,_1971.jpg) Shinpoch in 1971 | |
| Member of the Washington House of Representatives | |
| In office 1969–1973 (47th district) 1973–1977 (11th district) | |
| Member of the Washington State Senate for the 11th district | |
| In office 1977–1985 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Albert Neil Shinpoch December 8, 1924 |
| Died | October 16, 2001 (aged 76) |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Barbara Shinpoch |
| Children | Jan and Terre |
Albert Neil Shinpoch (December 8, 1924 – October 16, 2001) was an American politician in the state of Washington. He served in the Washington House of Representatives from 1969 to 1977 in two districts, and the Senate from 1977 to 1985.[1][2][3] Shinpoch served as the chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, and in the Senate served as a member of the Ways and Means Committee. During his tenure in the legislature, he was known for his comprehensive knowledge of the state budget and his skill as a budget analyst.[4]
Following his legislative career, Bud Shinpoch was named Director of Revenue in Gov. Booth Gardner's cabinet and later served as head of the Department of Social and Health Services.[5]
