Henry Yanez

Henry Yanez-American Politician and Activist
Henry Yanez
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 25th district
In office
January 1, 2013 – January 1, 2019
Preceded byJon Switalski
Succeeded byNate Shannon
Personal details
Born (1957-08-28) August 28, 1957 (age 68)
PartyDemocratic
SpouseJane Yanez
Children4
EducationOakland Community College (AS)
WebsiteCouncil website
Campaign website

Henry Yanez (born August 28, 1957) is an American politician who served as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives for the 25th district from 2013 to 2019.[1]

Early life and education

Yanez was raised in Madison Heights, Michigan. He earned an Associate of Science degree in fire science and fire-fighting from Oakland Community College.[2]

Career

Yanez worked in Sterling Heights as a firefighter and paramedic[3] before his election to the state house. He previously ran unsuccessfully for the United States House of Representatives against Candice Miller in 2010.[4]

Following his term limited time in the Michigan House of Representatives, Yanez was appointed to the Sterling Heights City Council to fill a vacant seat on January 15, 2019, by Mayor Mike Taylor. Yanez then ran in the 2019 general election and was elected to the seat for the full, two-year term.[5]

Personal life

Yanez lives in Sterling Heights.[4]

References

  1. ^ "Kerry undecided on delaying nomination". USA Today. May 21, 2004. Retrieved 25 June 2013.
  2. ^ "Staff Directory • Sterling Heights, MI • CivicEngage". www.sterling-heights.net. Retrieved 2022-03-01.
  3. ^ "Sterling Heights firefighter to announce run for Michigan House seat". AP, cited by MLive. February 19, 2010. Retrieved 25 June 2013.
  4. ^ a b "Macomb County's Candice Miller wins 5th term in U.S. House of Representatives". Associated Press, cited at MLive. November 2, 2010. Retrieved 25 June 2013.
  5. ^ "Sterling Heights, MI - Official Website". www.sterling-heights.net. Retrieved 2021-01-29.