American politician (born 1986)
Regina Hollingshead Weiss (born July 7, 1986) is an American educator and politician serving as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives since 2021,[1] currently representing the 6th district.[2] She is a member of the Democratic Party.
Early life and education
Weiss was born on July 7, 1986, in Chicago, Illinois.[3] In 2009, Weiss earned a bachelor's degree in history and secondary education from Valparaiso University in Indiana.[3][4][5]
Early career
Weiss has worked as a high school English and social studies teacher in the Detroit Public Schools Community District, where she was a member of the American Federation of Teachers, DFT Local 231.[3][5] Weiss served as a member of the Oak Park City Council from 2017-2020.[3][6]
State legislature
On November 3, 2020, Weiss was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives seat representing the 27th district. She assumed office on January 1, 2021.[5] Weiss resigned her position as city council member to serve as a state representative.[1][6]
On November 8, 2022, Weiss was elected with over 83% of the vote to represent the 6th state House district, which had changed with redistricting.[2][5]
Personal life
Weiss is married to Laren Weiss.[3][4] Weiss is a Unitarian Universalist.[5]
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