David Burnell Smith
On the record
Removed by AZ Citizens Clean Elections Commission Apr 2005 — first AZ legislator removed under public-financing law for overspending limits
SEVERITY · REMOVED
Background
David Burnell Smith occupied the State Senator · Senate office in Arizona for 4 years (2002–2006). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Carolyn Walker (latest tracked occupant of this seat). Departure context: Removed by AZ Citizens Clean Elections Commission Apr 2005 — first AZ legislator removed under public-financing law for overspending limits. Same-year political environment (2002): Governor Jane Hull; Attorney General Janet Napolitano; Secretary of State Betsey Bayless.
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Others who held this office in Arizona
- Carolyn Walker (1989-1991)