Burt Whaley is an American politician who was elected member of the Missouri House of Representatives for the 138th district in 2024.
Whaley had a 28-year career in education including roles as a biology teacher, administrator, and as principal.[1] He served in the United States Army and Army Reserves.[2]
While campaigning he suffered serious injury, leading him to use a wheelchair for mobility.[3] He regained his ability to walk by the beginning of the legislative session.[4]
References
- ^ “Representative Burt Whaley”. house.mo.gov. Retrieved March 8, 2025.
- ^ Szuch, Susan. “These 2 Republicans are running for Missouri House District 138 in the Aug. 6 primary”. Springfield News-Leader. Retrieved March 8, 2025.
- ^ Trumpet, Christian County (September 14, 2024). “State Rep. now laid up in wheelchair for time being – Christian County Trumpet”. Retrieved March 8, 2025.
- ^ “State Rep now back on his feet in time for session – Christian County Trumpet”. Christian County Trumpet. December 14, 2024. Retrieved March 8, 2025.