Karen Mayne | |
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Minority Leader of the Utah Senate | |
In office January 28, 2019 – January 16, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Gene Davis |
Succeeded by | Luz Escamilla |
Member of the Utah Senate | |
In office January 2, 2008 – January 16, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Ed Mayne |
Succeeded by | Karen Kwan |
Constituency | 5th district (2008–2023) 12th district (2023) |
Personal details | |
Born | Karen Marie Hibler April 6, 1946 Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S. |
Died | (aged 78) |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | |
Children | 2 |
Education | Stevens-Henager College |
Karen Mayne (April 6, 1946 – August 15, 2024) was an American politician who served as a member of the Utah Senate from the 5th District. She assumed office on January 2, 2008, succeeding her husband, Ed Mayne.[1] She won re-election for the 12th senate district after redistricting. On January 4, 2023 Karen Mayne announced her plan to resign office due to unexpected changes in her health. Delegates of the Utah Democratic Party held a special election on January 15, 2023, electing Representative Karen Kwan to fill her seat.