Dan W. Brown

Dan Wayne Brown^[1] (December 22, 1950 – May 11, 2021) was an American politician who served as a member of the Missouri Senate, representing the 16th district from 2011 to 2019. He also served in the Missouri House of Representatives from 2008 to 2010, representing the 149th district.^[2]

Dan W. Brown
Member of the Missouri Senate from the 16th district
In office 2011 – 2019
Preceded by	Frank Barnitz
Succeeded by	Justin Brown
Member of the Missouri House of Representatives from the 149th district
In office 2008 – 2010
Preceded by	Bob May
Personal details
Born	(1950-12-22)December 22, 1950 Solo, Missouri, U.S.
Died	May 11, 2021(2021-05-11) (aged 70) Rolla, Missouri, U.S.
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Kathy
Children	2
Profession	Doctor of Veterinary medicine

Personal history

Dan Brown was born in Solo, Missouri, and was a graduate of Houston High School in Houston, Missouri. Brown received a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture and a Doctorate of Veterinary medicine from the University of Missouri.^[3] He was a practicing veterinarian for over 33 years and continued his practice in addition to his legislative duties.^[2] He died at the age of 70 on May 11, 2021.^{[4] [better source needed]}

Political history

Dan Brown first entered statewide politics in 2008 when he defeated Democrat Wayne Bledsoe and Constitution Party candidate Dennis E. Husted to win the District 149 seat.^[5]

Missouri 149th District State Representative Election 2008

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	Republican	Dan W. Brown	9,456	60%	Winner
	Democratic	Wayne Bledsoe	6,013	38.2%
	Constitution	Dennis E. Husted	284	1.8%

After only one term in the House, Brown chose to run for State Senator in 2010, defeating incumbent Democrat Frank Barnitz to win the 16th district seat.^[6]

Missouri 16th District State Senate Election 2010

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	Republican	Dan W. Brown	31,792	58.3%	Winner
	Democratic	Frank A. Barnitz	22,760	41.7%

During the 96th General Assembly Senator Brown served on the following committees:

• Agriculture, Food Production, & Outdoor Resources.
• Appropriations.
• Education.
• Vice-chairman, Veterans Affairs, Emerging Issues, Pensions & Urban Affairs.

Organizations

Senator Brown belonged to the following groups:

• Member, American Veterinary Medical Association.
• Member, Missouri Veterinary Medical Association.
• Missouri Farm Bureau.
• Missouri Farmers Association (MFA).
• Charter member, Paseo Biofuel.
• Charter member, Mid-Missouri Energy.
• Member, National Rifle Association.
• Member, Missouri Republican Party.

References

1. "Dr. Dan W. Brown Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information".
2. "Missouri House of Representatives". House.mo.gov. 1950-12-22. Archived from the original on 2010-05-28. Retrieved 2011-02-21.
3. "Project Vote Smart - Senator Dan W. Brown - Biography". Votesmart.org. 1950-12-22. Retrieved 2011-02-21.
4. "district Former State Sen Dan Brown passes away". Archived from the original on 2021-05-12. Retrieved 2021-05-12.
5. "November 4, 2008 Missouri General Election Directory of Election Contests and Ballot Measures". Vote-mo.org. Archived from the original on 2010-10-10. Retrieved 2011-02-21.
6. "State of Missouri | Specify a Race". www.sos.mo.gov. Archived from the original on 5 October 2012. Retrieved 14 January 2022.