Steve Tharinger
American politician
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Stephen Platner Tharinger[1] (born 1949)[2] is an American politician of the Democratic Party. He is a member of the Washington House of Representatives, representing the 24th district.[3]
Preceded byLynn Kessler
Preceded byMartha M. Ireland
Succeeded byJim McEntire
BornStephen Platner Tharinger
1949 (age 76–77)
1949 (age 76–77)
Wisconsin, U.S.
Steve Tharinger | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 24th district | |
| Assumed office January 10, 2011 | |
| Preceded by | Lynn Kessler |
| Clallam County Commissioner | |
| In office January 1, 2000 – January 1, 2012 | |
| Preceded by | Martha M. Ireland |
| Succeeded by | Jim McEntire |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Stephen Platner Tharinger 1949 (age 76–77) Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Colorado College (BA) |
Notable legislation
Tharinger voted in favor of HB 1054,[4] which is described as establishing requirements for tactics and equipment used by peace officers by adding restrictions on vehicular pursuits, as well as prohibiting law enforcement from using chokeholds, the deployment of tear gas, or unleashed police dogs in the arrest or apprehension of suspects.[5]
