Bill Wheat

Bill Wheat
Member of the Louisiana Senate
from the 37th district
Incumbent
Assumed office
January 8, 2024
Preceded byBarrow Peacock
Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives
from the 73rd district
In office
January 13, 2020 – January 8, 2024
Preceded byStephen Pugh
Succeeded byKimberly Coates
Personal details
Political partyRepublican
EducationLouisiana State University Medical Center (Veterinary Medicine)

William "Bill" Wheat Jr. is an American politician and veterinarian. He currently serves as a member of the Louisiana Senate representing the 37th district since 2024. He previously served in the Louisiana House of Representatives, representing the 73rd district from 2020 to 2024.[1] As of 2023, Wheat is also a candidate in the Louisiana State Senate District 37 election.[2]

Wheat is known for his efforts to regulate vaping products in Louisiana. He authored a bill aimed at banning the sale of flavored vaping products in the state, addressing public health concerns related to vaping.[3]

In addition to his legislative work, Bill Wheat's district, the 73rd district, was affected by the August 2023 wildfires in Louisiana, highlighting the challenges and responsibilities he faces as a representative during emergencies.[4]

  1. ^ "The Voter's Self Defense System". Vote Smart.
  2. ^ "Who's in, who's out of Baton Rouge-area elections? See the latest developments here". 2023-08-08. Retrieved 2023-09-09.
  3. ^ Cobb, McKinley. "Louisiana Legislature House panel moves bill to ban flavored vaping products". Retrieved 2023-09-09.
  4. ^ "Bill Wheat". AN17.com. 2023-08-28. Retrieved 2023-09-09.