Doug Libla

Doug Libla (born 1952) is a former Republican member of the Missouri Senate, representing the southeasternmost part of the state.^[1] He was first elected to that position in 2012, receiving 56% of the vote over Democratic candidate Terry Swinger.^[2] He was reelected in 2016 over former U.S Congressman Bill Burlison.^[3]

Doug Libla
Member of the Missouri Senate from the 25th district
In office January 2013 – January 2021
Preceded by	Robert Mayer
Succeeded by	Jason Bean
Personal details
Born	1952 (age 72–73) Greenville, Missouri
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Elaine
Children	1
Residence	Poplar Bluff, Missouri
Alma mater	Three Rivers Community College
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Libla was mentioned as a possible contender in the 2013 special congressional election, but ultimately decided not to run.^[4]

Personal life

Libla was born in 1952 to Clyde and Margie Libla. He and his wife, Elaine, have one daughter; Cassie. They reside in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.^[5]

Electoral history

State Senate

Missouri Senate Primary Election, August 7, 2012, District 25^[6]

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	Republican	Doug Libla	12,010	100.00%

Missouri Senate Election, November 6, 2012, District 25^[7]

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	Republican	Doug Libla	35,757	56.16%	−9.16
	Democratic	Terry Swinger	27,913	43.84%	+9.16

Missouri Senate Election, November 8, 2016, District 25^[8]

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	Republican	Doug Libla	44,373	69.35%	+13.19
	Democratic	Bill Burlison	19,607	30.65%	−13.19