USAU.S. HouseDemocratic PartyMichigan · Michigan's 80th House DistrictMember of the Michigan House of Representatives
Phil Skaggs
Profile
Phil Skaggs is an American politician serving as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives for the 80th District, having been first elected in 2022 and reelected in 2024. A graduate of the University of Michigan, Skaggs previously served as a Kent County Commissioner and an East Grand Rapids City Commissioner. His legislative focus includes public safety, health, and state infrastructure, notably proposing legislation to regulate the open carry of firearms near government buildings and advocating for a redesign of the Michigan state flag.
Details
- Born
- May 1, 1968 · 58 years old
- Education
- University of Michigan (Bachelor of Arts in History, 1990; Master of Arts in History, 1994)
- Career
- Professor of history, legislative staffer, campaign staffer, Kent County Commissioner, East Grand Rapids City Commissioner
