Mark Matthiesen
2023 - Present
2025
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Mark Matthiesen (Republican Party) is a member of the Missouri House of Representatives, representing District 107. He assumed office on January 4, 2023. His current term ends on January 8, 2025.
Matthiesen (Republican Party) is running for re-election to the Missouri House of Representatives to represent District 107. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024. He advanced from the Republican primary on August 6, 2024.
Biography
Mark Matthiesen was born in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and lives in O’Fallon, Missouri. Matthiesen graduated from Washington High School in 1994. He earned an associate degree in accounting from Florida State College at Jacksonville in 1999 and a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management from Southwest Missouri State University in 2005. His career experience includes working as a licensed real estate agent at Coldwell Banker and Realty ONE Group, regional manager of the Qdoba Restaurant Corporation, general manager of McAlister's Deli, floor supervisor at the Ameristar Casino Resort, and chief financial officer at STL Regional Development Group.[1][2]
Committee assignments
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2023-2024
Matthiesen was assigned to the following committees:
2017 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:
| Missouri committee assignments, 2017 |
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| • Elementary and Secondary Education |
| • Government Efficiency, Vice chair |
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2024
See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 107
Incumbent Mark Matthiesen and Gary Wester are running in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 107 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | ||
 | Mark Matthiesen (R) | |
 | Gary Wester (D) | |
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 107
Gary Wester advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 107 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Gary Wester | 100.0 | 1,410 |
| Total votes: 1,410 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 107
Incumbent Mark Matthiesen advanced from the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 107 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Mark Matthiesen | 100.0 | 3,114 |
| Total votes: 3,114 | |||
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2022
See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2022
General election
General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 107
Mark Matthiesen defeated Tracy Grundy in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 107 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Mark Matthiesen (R) | 59.9 | 8,151 |
 | Tracy Grundy (D) | 40.1 | 5,447 | |
| Total votes: 13,598 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 107
Tracy Grundy advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 107 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Tracy Grundy | 100.0 | 1,845 |
| Total votes: 1,845 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 107
Mark Matthiesen advanced from the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 107 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Mark Matthiesen | 100.0 | 3,042 |
| Total votes: 3,042 | |||
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2018
See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2018
General election
General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 70
Paula Brown defeated incumbent Mark Matthiesen and Carol Hexem in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 70 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Paula Brown (D) | 49.7 | 7,993 |
| Mark Matthiesen (R) | 49.0 | 7,882 | |
 | Carol Hexem (G) | 1.2 | 195 | |
| Total votes: 16,070 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 70
Paula Brown defeated Gregory Upchurch and Donald Klein in the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 70 on August 7, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Paula Brown | 64.7 | 3,054 |
 | Gregory Upchurch | 22.4 | 1,055 | |
 | Donald Klein | 12.9 | 611 | |
| Total votes: 4,720 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 70
Incumbent Mark Matthiesen advanced from the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 70 on August 7, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Mark Matthiesen | 100.0 | 3,034 |
| Total votes: 3,034 | |||
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Green primary election
Green primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 70
Carol Hexem advanced from the Green primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 70 on August 7, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Carol Hexem | 100.0 | 12 |
| Total votes: 12 | |||
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2016
Elections for the Missouri House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election was held on August 2, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was March 29, 2016. Incumbent Bill Otto (D) did not seek re-election.
Mark Matthiesen defeated Byron DeLear in the Missouri House of Representatives District 70 general election.[3]
| Missouri House of Representatives, District 70 General Election, 2016 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Mark Matthiesen |
52.91% | 9,491 | |
| Democratic | Byron DeLear | 47.09% | 8,447 | |
| Total Votes | 17,938 | |||
| Source: Missouri Secretary of State | ||||
Byron DeLear ran unopposed in the Missouri House of Representatives District 70 Democratic primary.[4][5]
| Missouri House of Representatives, District 70 Democratic Primary, 2016 | ||
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| Party | Candidate | |
| Democratic | Byron DeLear (unopposed) | |
Mark Matthiesen defeated Andrew Purcell in the Missouri House of Representatives District 70 Republican primary.[6][7]
| Missouri House of Representatives, District 70 Republican Primary, 2016 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican | Mark Matthiesen |
64.59% | 2,171 | |
| Republican | Andrew Purcell | 35.41% | 1,190 | |
| Total Votes | 3,361 | |||
Campaign themes
2024
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2022
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I am a Christian, Husband, and Father. I have been a leader in the hospitality industry for over 20 years, working with and learning the needs of people from diverse backgrounds. I have learned the art of bridging the gaps between people to find common ground and responsible solutions to challenges that we all face.
- The role of government should primarily be to protect the rights of citizens.
- The government does not create jobs. Our legislature should create an environment for businesses to succeed, then get out of the way and let them.
- Solid education is the best path forward to create a prosperous future for Missouri.
I am passionate about Quality Education. From Pre-K through the collegiate levels, our schools shape the minds of our children and determine the future quality of society. Our schools need the appropriate resources to achieve there goals. They should be responsible stewards of the taxpayer's money that they are given. Parents should provided with as many school options that are possible to ensure that each child's educational needs will be met.
Our healthcare industry is facing many challenges, and our legislature should work very closely with providers accross the state to ensure that our citizens can all receive great care in a SAFE and affordable environment.
With the government reaching into the pockets of every citizen and business, and our state budget reaching all time highs, the legislature should take a firm stance against finding new ways to spend tax dollars. It is every legislators responsibility to ensure every dollar is used responsibly or returned to the taxpayers.
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2016
Matthiesen's campaign website highlighted the following issues:
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Responsible and Accountable Government The State can only collect less in taxes when we spend less money. Our Government spends money at a higher rate per capita than any neighboring state. Missouri needs Legislators who will be responsible and accountable with your tax dollars to get more accomplished while providing relief to your family. Quality Education Prevent Government Interference Because of the latest and greatest education program that comes out of our Federal Government, our teachers no longer have the freedom to focus on teaching our children how to learn and develop. Standardized curriculum has been injected and shall be measured by standardized testing. And while our teachers are saddled with the Standardized standards, they must create Individual Education Plans for the children who need help meeting the uniform standards. Job Growth and a Stronger Economy When business income taxes are low, companies DO NOT leave the state. A favorable economic environment will bring business to Missouri resulting in more quality jobs for our citizens. When business taxes are low, companies can afford to RAISE WAGES. More working Missourians results in MORE TAX REVENUE. Both income tax receipts will climb, and you will have more money in your pocket to buy the things you need, resulting in sales tax revenue. Preventing Federal Overreach It is our job as State Legislators to prevent Federal overreach and preserve the rights of the citizens of Missouri. This is what I will do for every citizen in District 70, and for every citizen in Missouri. Protecting our Elderly In order to protect the assets we need to better reward those who have invested in Long Term Care. Missouri's Partnership Program that protects our Senior Citizen's assets only works with antiquated Long Term Care insurance programs. Today we are opting for more financially responsible Hybrid Long Term Care insurance options and our Missouri Department of Insurance is not willing to change along with us.[8] |
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| —Mark Matthiesen[9] | ||
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2023
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In 2023, the Missouri State Legislature was in session from January 4 to May 12.
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2018
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In 2018, the Missouri General Assembly was in session from January 3 through May 18.
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2017
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In 2017, the Missouri General Assembly was in session from January 4 through May 12. The legislature held its first special session from May 22 to May 26. The legislature held its second special session from June 12 to July 25. The legislature held a special session on September 13.
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Missouri House of Representatives, "Representative Mark Matthiesen," accessed March 29, 2023
- ↑ LinkedIn, "Mark Matthiesen," accessed March 29, 2023
- ↑ Missouri Secretary of State, "2016 general election results," accessed December 20, 2016
- ↑ Missouri Secretary of State, "Certified Candidate List," accessed April 28, 2016
- ↑ Missouri Secretary of State, "State of Missouri - Primary 2016 - August 2, 2016," accessed August 2, 2016
- ↑ Missouri Secretary of State, "Certified Candidate List," accessed April 28, 2016
- ↑ Missouri Secretary of State, "State of Missouri - Primary 2016 - August 2, 2016," accessed August 2, 2016
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Mark Matthiesen, "Issues," accessed September 29, 2016
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by Nick Schroer (R) |
Missouri House of Representatives District 107 2023-Present |
Succeeded by - |
| Preceded by - |
Missouri House of Representatives District 70 2017-2019 |
Succeeded by - |
