Steve Bergquist

Summary

Steven Anton Bergquist (born September 7, 1979) is an American politician and educator serving as a member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 11th Legislative District.

Steve Bergquist
Member of the Washington House of Representatives
from the 11th district
Assumed office
January 14, 2013 (2013-01-14)
Serving with David Hackney
Preceded byBob Hasegawa
Personal details
Born
Steven Anton Bergquist

(1979-09-07) September 7, 1979 (age 44)
Washington[1]
Political partyDemocratic
Alma materUniversity of Washington (BA)
Western Washington University (MAT)
WebsiteOfficial

Education edit

Bergquist earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Washington, where he double-majored in political science and history. He then earned a Master of Arts in Teaching and social studies from Western Washington University.[2]

Career edit

After earning his master's degree, Bergquist worked as a teacher in Renton, Washington. Bergquist also operated a small business. He was first elected in to the Washington House of Representatives in 2012, succeeding Bob Hasegawa.[3]

Personal life edit

Bergquist and his wife, Avanti, have two children. Bergquist's wife works as a physician.[4]

References edit

  1. ^ "2019-2020 Legislative Manual" (PDF). State of Washington. 2019. Retrieved 2021-12-14.
  2. ^ "Biography – Steve Bergquist". Retrieved 2020-07-13.
  3. ^ "Steve Bergquist". votesmart.org. Retrieved 2012-12-24.
  4. ^ "Avanti Bergquist, MD". AMPAC Online. 2020-01-08. Retrieved 2020-07-13.