Mike lives in Alexandria with his wife, Tammy, and their 3 sons. He attended Northern Kentucky University and the University of Cincinnati.

Mike previously worked as assistant superintendent and superintendent of schools for the Diocese of Covington’s Catholic School System. He also worked at Covington Catholic High School as principal, guidance counselor, and teacher. 

Mike Clines currently serves as a state representative in House District 68. He was first elected in 2022 and is serving his first term. 

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Supports job-creating policies and tax relief.

Believes in restoring a "strong economy."

Believes addressing county issues such as workforce development, education, sanitation, traffic flow, and city project funding is crucial for economic improvement.

As a local official, secured $13 million to improve infrastructure, including extending Pond Creek Road, enhancing KY-8, adding right turn lanes, and designing a roundabout and a truck climbing lane.

- Supports job-creating policies and tax relief.
- Believes in restoring a "strong economy."
- Believes addressing county issues such as workforce development, education, sanitation, traffic flow, and city project funding is crucial for economic improvement.
- As a local official, secured $13 million to improve infrastructure, including extending Pond Creek Road, enhancing KY-8, adding right turn lanes, and designing a roundabout and a truck climbing lane.

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As of August 20, 2024, Mike Clines’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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As a House Representative, sponsored HB 361 to retain quality healthcare professionals in Kentucky.

- As a House Representative, sponsored HB 361 to retain quality healthcare professionals in Kentucky.
- Opposes abortion access.

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As a House Representative, sponsored legislation (HB 300) to enhance teachers’ due process rights and improve communication with the Education Professional Standards Board.

As a House Representative, sponsored HB 561 to increase childcare and early childhood education services.

Sponsored HB 561 to increase childcare and early childhood education services.

As a House Representative, sponsored House Concurrent Resolution 51 to establish the Autism in Education Task Force to study autism supports and services provided to K-12 students by Kentucky public schools.

Sponsored House Concurrent Resolution 51 to establish the Autism in Education Task Force to study autism supports and services provided to K-12 students by Kentucky public schools.

Supports advocating for improved educational opportunities after COVID-19.

- As a House Representative, sponsored legislation (HB 300) to enhance teachers’ due process rights and improve communication with the Education Professional Standards Board.
- Sponsored HB 561 to increase childcare and early childhood education services.
- Sponsored House Concurrent Resolution 51 to establish the Autism in Education Task Force to study autism supports and services provided to K-12 students by Kentucky public schools.
- Supports advocating for improved educational opportunities after COVID-19.

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Mike Clines

Mike Clines lives in Alexandria with his wife, Tammy, and their three sons. He attended Northern Kentucky University and the University of Cincinnati.

Mike Clines currently serves as a State Representative. He was first elected in 2022 and is serving his first term. 

Believes in supporting local agriculture and rural economies, as demonstrated by his grandparents who were farmers in Campbell County.

Supports business-friendly and economic policies, receiving a Perfect Score on Pro-Business Issues by the KY Chamber of Commerce (2023, 2024).

As a House Representative, helped secure $6.5 million for Holly Hill Child and Family Solutions and $5 million for the Ft. Thomas Athletic Complex.

Aims to enhance business growth strategies.

Believes in "fidelity to the Constitution" and "traditional and conservative values."

Is a licensed agent for property and casualty insurance in Kentucky.

As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 361 (HB 361) to support healthcare workers in Kentucky.

As a professional educator for 27 years, served in leadership positions and partnered with Leadership Squared to deliver school programs to local organizations.

Has 12 years of experience in the Department of Catholic Schools, serving as assistant superintendent and superintendent of schools.

Volunteers as a board member for the Xavier University School of Education Advisory Board.

Served on the Kentucky High School Athletic Association Board of Control and as President of the St. Joseph Booster Organization.

Served as chairperson of the Kentucky ACT State Organization and as a council member on the Educate NKY Advisory Council.

Endorsed by the Kentucky Education Association for supporting teachers.

Supports prioritizing student needs and fostering positive learning environments.

Awarded the 2024 Education Legacy Award by the Northern Kentucky Educational Council for career successes and positive impact as a professional educator.

- As a House Representative, sponsored legislation (HB 300) to enhance teachers’ due process rights and improve communication with the Education Professional Standards Board.
- As a House Representative, sponsored HB 561 to increase childcare and early childhood education services.
- As a House Representative, sponsored House Concurrent Resolution 51 to establish the Autism in Education Task Force to study autism supports and services provided to K-12 students by Kentucky public schools.
- Supports advocating for improved educational opportunities after COVID-19.

Mike Clines lives in Alexandria with his wife, Tammy, and their three sons. He attended Grant’s Lick Elementary School, St. Mary Elementary School, Bishop Brossart High School, Northern Kentucky University, and the University of Cincinnati.

Mike Clines has worked as a State Representative and has a background in education, having served as assistant superintendent and superintendent of schools for the Diocese of Covington’s Catholic School System. He also worked at Covington Catholic High School as principal, guidance counselor, and teacher. Additionally, he has partnered with Leadership Squared in Ft. Mitchell, Kentucky.

Mike Clines is currently serving as a State Representative. He was the primary sponsor of several pieces of legislation, including HB 300, HB 561, HCR 51, and HB 361.

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- There are 100 members of the Kentucky House of Representatives, each representing a single district. Representatives must be at least 24 years old and reside in the state for at least two years before their election. 
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