Eric Buckson
Eric Buckson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Delaware Senate from the 16th district | |
| Assumed office November 9, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Colin Bonini |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Eric L. Buckson Camden, Delaware, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Jennifer |
| Children | 4 |
| Parent(s) | David P. Buckson Patricia Maloney |
| Alma mater | Caesar Rodney High School University of Delaware |
| Profession | Politician |
Eric L. Buckson is an American politician and former public school teacher who has represented the 16th District in the Delaware Senate since 2022.[1] Buckson was a commissioner on the Kent County Levy Court from 2006 until 2022.[2]
Early life
Buckson is a lifelong resident of Kent County. He graduated from Caesar Rodney High School in 1983 and the University of Delaware in 1988 with a bachelor’s degree in health and physical education.[3] In 1990, Buckson earned a master's degree in sport management.[4]
After college, Buckson was hired as a physical education instructor and wrestling coach at Polytech High School. He retired from teaching in 2022.[5]
Career in politics
Buckson served on the Kent County Levy Court from 2006 until 2022.[6] He ran for election to the Delaware Senate in 2022, defeating long-time incumbent Colin Bonini in a three-way Republican primary.[7][8] He was uncontested in the general election.[9]
In 2024, Buckson was re-elected to the Delaware Senate after defeating independent write-in candidate William McVay with 98.9% of the vote.[10] In the Senate, Buckson is a member of the Education, Elections & Government Affairs, Environment, Energy & Transportation, Finance, Health & Social Services, Housing, and Veterans Affairs committees.[11]
In the Delaware Senate, Buckson's stated priorities include ending government overreach, promoting vocational education, improving infrastructure and roads, supporting public safety and veterans, and protecting agriculture and bayshore communities.[12]
Family life
Buckson is the son of David P. Buckson (1920–2017), who held several prominent positions in Delaware, including lieutenant governor, attorney general, and briefly governor. He served as governor for 19 days following the resignation of J. Caleb Boggs, who left office after being elected to the United States Senate.[13]
Buckson, who lives in Camden, Delaware, is married and has four children.[14]
References
- ^ "Eric Buckson". Ballotpedia. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
- ^ Truitt, Sarah (September 8, 2022). "Kent County Levy Court Commissioner, educator Eric Buckson running for Senate District 16". 47abc. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
- ^ "Eric Buckson – Air Mobility Command Museum". Retrieved December 19, 2024.
- ^ "Eric L. Buckson". Senate Republicans. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
- ^ "Eric Buckson – Air Mobility Command Museum". Retrieved December 19, 2024.
- ^ Merriweather, James (April 29, 2009). "Levy Court OKs 24% property tax increase". delawareonline. Archived from the original on May 8, 2009. Retrieved May 6, 2009.
- ^ "Delaware Primary Election Results". The New York Times. September 13, 2022. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved September 14, 2022.
- ^ Megginson, Charlie (September 13, 2022). "Goodbye Bonini, Hello Buckson". Retrieved December 19, 2024.
- ^ "Eric Buckson". Ballotpedia. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
- ^ "Eric Buckson". Ballotpedia. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
- ^ "Senator Eric Buckson (R) - Delaware General Assembly". legis.delaware.gov. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
- ^ Buckson, Vote. "Vote Buckson FOR 16th SENATE Tues, NOVEMBER 5th". Vote Buckson FOR 16th SENATE Tues, NOVEMBER 5th. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
- ^ "James Caleb Boggs". National Governors Association. January 20, 2009. Retrieved December 19, 2024.
- ^ "Kent County: Elected Officials". Kent County. 2004. Archived from the original on April 13, 2009. Retrieved May 3, 2009.
External links
- "Senator Eric Buckson". Delaware General Assembly.
- "Eric Buckson". Official Campaign Website.