Joseph A. Stagni
Joseph Anthony "Joe" Stagni is an American politician and chiropractor serving as a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from the 92nd district. He assumed office on April 10, 2017.
Early life and education
A native of Kenner, Louisiana, Stagni graduated from John Curtis Christian School. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Nicholls State University and a Doctor of Chiropractic from the Texas Chiropractic College.[1]
Career
Outside of politics, Stagni works as a chiropractor. He also served as a member of the Kenner City Council.[2] Stagni was elected to the Louisiana House of Representatives in a 2017 special election. He also serves as vice chair of the House Municipal, Parochial and Cultural Affairs Committee.[3] As a member of the House, Stagni voted to uphold Governor John Bel Edwards's veto of a bill that would prevent transgender athletes from competing on sports teams that match their gender identity.[4][5] In February 2022, a recall petition was filed against Stagni with the secretary of state of Louisiana.[6]
References
- ^ "State Representative Joseph A. Stagni". house.louisiana.gov. Retrieved 2022-05-05.
- ^ VARGAS, RAMON ANTONIO. "Ex-Kenner councilman Joe Stagni wins state House District 92 race". NOLA.com. Retrieved 2022-05-05.
- ^ "Joe Stagni". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2022-05-05.
- ^ Paterson, Blake. "A Kenner Republican bucked his party on a transgender sports bill. Some constituents want him gone". The Advocate. Retrieved 2022-05-05.
- ^ Poche, Kaylee. "'No reason we should be bullying them': GOP Rep. Stagni on voting against anti-trans sports bill". NOLA.com. Retrieved 2022-05-05.
- ^ "A Recall Petition Was Filed Yesterday Against State Rep Joe Stagni". The Hayride. 2022-02-24. Retrieved 2022-05-05.