SENATE
HOLLIS FRENCH
23rd-28th Legislature (2003 -2014)
Senator Hollis French
District: M
Party: Democrat
District: M
Party: Democrat
Legislative Service
2003-2012 Senator
2013-2014 Senator Senate Minority Leader (2014)
2003-2012 Senator
2013-2014 Senator Senate Minority Leader (2014)
:
Date
and Place of Birth:
October 11, 1958
Newton, Massachusetts
Occupation:
Lawyer, small business owner
Spouse:
Peggy Pepper French
Children:
Christopher
Residency in Alaska:
1978 to present - Anchorage
Education:
Summit County High School, 1972-1976, Diploma
University
of Colorado, 1976-1977; University of Alaska, 1986-1990,
B.A. English; Cornell Law School, 1992-1995, J.D.
Political and Government Positions:
Assistant District Attorney, 1996-2002; law clerk to
superior court judge, 1995-1996.
Business and Professional Positions:
Co-owner, French Apartments, 1989-present; lead operator,
ARCO, 1991-1992; production operator, ARCO, 1984-1990, Shell
Oil Company, 1980-1984.
Service
Organization(s) Membership:
Alaska Bar Association, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Challenge
Alaska, Access Alaska, MADD, Underage Drinking Task Force.
Special
Interests:
Hiking, skiing, climbing, running, reading, family camping
trips.
Other:
Victims for Justice, High 5 Award, 2002; MADD Volunteer
Award, 1999; climbed Mt. McKinley to the summit twice.
Legislative Service:
- 28th (2013-2014)
- 27th (2011-2012)
- 26th (2009-2010)
- 25th (2007-2008)
- 24th (2005-2006)
- 23rd (2003-2004)
Legislative Service:
- 28th (2013-2014)
- 27th (2011-2012)
- 26th (2009-2010)
- 25th (2007-2008)
- 24th (2005-2006)
- 23rd (2003-2004)
Prime Sponsorship
Cosponsored Bills
| Bill | Short Title | Prime Sponsor(s) | Current Status | Status Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUNDING FOR SCHOOL MEALS | SENATORS WIELECHOWSKI, ELLIS, DAVIS, EGAN, FRENCH, KOOKESH, MCGUIRE, MENARD, PASKVAN, THOMAS |
(H) FIN | 03/07/2011 | ||
| MEDICAL ASSISTANCE ELIGIBILITY | SENATORS DAVIS, EGAN, ELLIS, FRENCH, WIELECHOWSKI |
(S) RLS | 03/23/2012 | ||
| PREKINDERGARTEN SCHOOL PROGRAMS/PLANS | SENATORS DAVIS, FRENCH |
(S) FIN | 02/29/2012 | ||
| LOWER PARK FEE FOR DISABLED VETERANS | SENATOR FRENCH |
(H) FIN | 04/12/2012 | ||
| PASSENGER VEHICLE RENTAL TAX | SENATOR FRENCH |
(H) RLS | 04/14/2012 | ||
| PRICE GOUGING INVOLVING ENERGY RESOURCES | SENATORS WIELECHOWSKI, ELLIS, FRENCH |
(S) FIN | 03/16/2012 | ||
| COUNTING OF WRITE-IN VOTES | SENATORS THOMAS, FRENCH, MENARD, WIELECHOWSKI |
CHAPTER 10 SLA 11 | 05/17/2011 | ||
| U.S. PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION COMPACT | SENATOR FRENCH |
(S) FIN | 02/28/2011 | ||
| ALASKA HEALTH BENEFIT EXCHANGE | SENATOR FRENCH |
(S) RLS | 02/03/2012 | ||
| GRANTS FOR SENIORS' MEDICAL CARE | SENATOR FRENCH |
(H) L&C | 04/08/2011 | ||
| MANUFACT'D HOMES AS REAL PROP.;MUNI TAXES | SENATOR FRENCH |
CHAPTER 64 SLA 12 | 06/12/2012 | ||
| EARLY CHILDHOOD ED: PARENTS AS TEACHERS | SENATOR FRENCH |
(S) FIN | 03/02/2012 | ||
| CRIME VICTIMS/ADVOCATE/DA/PD/CONTINUANCES | SENATOR FRENCH |
CHAPTER 72 SLA 12 | 06/19/2012 | ||
| GAS PIPELINE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION | SENATORS WIELECHOWSKI, EGAN, ELLIS, FRENCH, DAVIS, KOOKESH |
(S) RES | 03/02/2012 | ||
| LEG. APPROVAL OF BRISTOL BAY SULFIDE MINE | SENATOR FRENCH |
(S) CRA | 01/17/2012 | ||
| OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY JOB NOTIFICATIONS | SENATOR FRENCH |
(S) FIN | 02/29/2012 | ||
| EYEWITNESSES AND LINEUPS | SENATOR FRENCH |
(S) FIN | 03/26/2012 | ||
| WALTER HICKEL DAY OF THE ARCTIC | SENATOR FRENCH |
LEGIS RESOLVE 42 | 08/08/2012 | ||
| CONST. AM: REDISTRICTING BOARD | SENATOR FRENCH |
(S) JUD | 02/21/2012 |
Cosponsored Bills
| Bill | Short Title | Prime Sponsor(s) | Current Status | Status Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTEND SENIOR BENEFITS/INCOME ALLOWANCES | REPRESENTATIVE HAWKER |
CHAPTER 6 SLA 11 | 05/02/2011 | ||
| DECEASED VETERAN DEATH CERTIFICATE | REPRESENTATIVE GRUENBERG |
CHAPTER 69 SLA 12 | 06/18/2012 | ||
| BULK FUEL LOANS/POWER PROJECT FUND | REPRESENTATIVE EDGMON |
CHAPTER 46 SLA 12 | 05/28/2012 | ||
| SALES OF NICOTINE PRODUCTS TO MINOR | REPRESENTATIVE SEATON |
CHAPTER 43 SLA 12 | 05/24/2012 | ||
| ALASKA NATIONAL GUARD DAY | REPRESENTATIVES LYNN, THOMPSON, SADDLER |
CHAPTER 10 SLA 12 | 04/30/2012 | ||
| OIL/GAS PROD. TAX CREDITS/RATES/VALUE | REPRESENTATIVES THOMPSON, DICK, MILLETT, TUCK, MILLER |
WITHDRAWN BY SPONSR | 04/15/2012 | ||
| EXEMPTIONS FROM MINING TAX | REPRESENTATIVE SEATON |
CHAPTER 28 SLA 12 | 05/22/2012 | ||
| SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH | REPRESENTATIVE COSTELLO |
LEGIS RESOLVE 7 | 07/19/2011 | ||
| DECORATION OF HONOR | REPRESENTATIVE SADDLER |
LEGIS RESOLVE 22 | 07/19/2011 | ||
| ENDORSING ANWR LEASING | REPRESENTATIVE PRUITT |
LEGIS RESOLVE 25 | 07/19/2011 | ||
| RELOCATE COASTAL VILLAGES REGION FUND | REPRESENTATIVE SEATON |
LEGIS RESOLVE 15 | 07/19/2011 | ||
| COAST GUARD ICEBREAKERS & ARCTIC BASE | REPRESENTATIVE HERRON |
LEGIS RESOLVE 32 | 08/08/2012 | ||
| HATE CRIMES | SENATOR DAVIS |
(S) FIN | 02/28/2011 | ||
| SEX OFFENDER/UNDERAGE ALCOHOL OFFENSE | SENATOR MEYER |
CHAPTER 21 SLA 11 | 06/23/2011 | ||
| EXTEND SENIOR BENEFITS PAYMENT PROGRAM | SENATORS WIELECHOWSKI, KOOKESH, MEYER, PASKVAN, MCGUIRE |
(S) HSS | 01/19/2011 | ||
| TAX/CREDIT:FILM/OIL & GAS/GAS STOR./CORP. | SENATOR ELLIS |
CHAPTER 51 SLA 12 | 05/30/2012 | ||
| RETURN OF SEIZED PROPERTY | SENATOR DYSON |
CHAPTER 3 SLA 12 | 03/21/2012 | ||
| DISPOSITION OF SERVICE MEMBERS' REMAINS | SENATORS WIELECHOWSKI, PASKVAN, COGHILL |
CHAPTER 1 SLA 11 | 03/11/2011 | ||
| POLICE & FIREFIGHTER DEATH BENEFITS | SENATOR MEYER |
(S) FIN | 02/16/2011 | ||
| CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES FUND | SENATOR MCGUIRE |
(S) FIN | 02/11/2011 | ||
| AUTISM: INS. COVERAGE, TASK FORCE | SENATOR ELLIS |
CHAPTER 63 SLA 12 | 06/27/2012 | ||
| TEACHERS & PUB EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT PLANS | SENATOR EGAN |
(H) L&C | 04/15/2012 | ||
| FETAL ALCOHOL DISORDERS AWARENESS DAY | SENATOR MEYER |
CHAPTER 7 SLA 12 | 04/24/2012 | ||
| VETERANS DRIVERS LICENSE, TAX CREDIT | SENATOR WIELECHOWSKI |
CHAPTER 68 SLA 12 | 06/18/2012 | ||
| MILITARY TRAINING CREDIT | SENATOR WIELECHOWSKI |
(H) MLV | 02/06/2012 | ||
| PROBATION AND PAROLE OFFICERS' CASELOADS | SENATOR MCGUIRE |
(S) JUD | 02/08/2012 | ||
| ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM & VOUCHERS | SENATOR THOMAS |
(H) L&C | 04/10/2012 | ||
| DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR OIL & GAS LEASES | SENATOR WIELECHOWSKI |
(S) RES | 02/21/2012 | ||
| CRIMES/SENTENCING/PAROLE/VICTIMS | SENATOR MCGUIRE |
CHAPTER 70 SLA 12 | 06/19/2012 | ||
| GASLINE DEV. CORP: IN-STATE GAS PIPELINE | SENATOR THOMAS |
(S) FIN | 04/04/2012 | ||
| AIDEA ASSIST OIL & GAS DEVELOPMENT | SENATOR WIELECHOWSKI |
(S) RES | 02/21/2012 | ||
| FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDERS DAY | SENATOR MEYER |
LEGIS RESOLVE 11 | 07/19/2011 | ||
| RAOUL WALLENBERG REMEMBRANCE DAY | SENATOR DYSON |
LEGIS RESOLVE 33 | 08/08/2012 | ||
| DECORATION OF HONOR | SENATOR WIELECHOWSKI |
LEGIS RESOLVE 35 | 08/08/2012 | ||
| AMEND U.S. CONST RE CAMPAIGN MONEY | SENATOR WIELECHOWSKI |
(H) JUD | 03/23/2012 | ||
| MILITARY PERSONNEL CUTS & BASE CLOSURES | SENATOR WIELECHOWSKI |
(H) RLS | 03/28/2012 | ||
| MILITARY PENSIONS | SENATOR WIELECHOWSKI |
(H) RLS | 04/06/2012 | ||
| URGING FUNDING FOR ESSENTIAL AIR SERVICE | SENATOR KOOKESH |
SENATE RESOLVE 2 | 02/23/2011 |
Legislative Service:
- 28th (2013-2014)
- 27th (2011-2012)
- 26th (2009-2010)
- 25th (2007-2008)
- 24th (2005-2006)
- 23rd (2003-2004)