Jim Allen (Wyoming politician)

Jim Allen (born August 1, 1952) is an American politician from the state of Wyoming. A Republican, Allen was a member of the Wyoming House of Representatives, representing District 33 from 2015 until 2019, following his defeat in the 2018 state elections.^[1]

Jim Allen
Member of the Wyoming House of Representatives from the 33rd district
In office January 5, 2015 – January 7, 2019
Preceded by	Patrick Goggles
Succeeded by	Andi Clifford
In office April 2004 – January 11, 2005
Preceded by	Harry B. Tipton
Succeeded by	Patrick Goggles
Personal details
Born	(1952-08-01) August 1, 1952 (age 73) Lander, Wyoming, U.S.
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Mary Allen
Children	3
Residence(s)	Lander, Wyoming, U.S.
Alma mater	University of Wyoming
Profession	Rancher

Elections

2004

Allen was appointed to the Wyoming House of Representatives in April 2004 after incumbent Republican Representative Harry B. Tipton died of leukemia.^[2] He then ran for a full term, winning the Republican primary without any opposition. Allen was defeated by Democrat Patrick Goggles in the general election, 56% to 44%.

2012

Allen ran for his former seat, defeating Daniel Cardenas in the Republican primary. He lost to Democratic incumbent Patrick Goggles, 52% to 48%.

2014

After Democratic incumbent Patrick Goggles announced his retirement, Allen announced his candidacy for the seat. He defeated Daniel Cardenas in the Republican primary and defeated Democratic candidate Andrea Clifford in the general election, 53% to 47%.

2016

Allen ran for re-election, and was unopposed in the Republican primary. He faced Democrat Sergio Maldonado in the general election, and defeated Maldonado with 51% of the vote.^[3]