Steve Riggs


Steven R. Riggs is an American politician and a Democratic member of the Kentucky House of Representatives representing District 31 since January 1991 until retiring in 2018. Riggs was elected to fourteen terms.

Education and background

Riggs earned his BBA from the University of Kentucky. He was first elected to the chamber in 1990. Riggs' professional experience includes working as an insurance agent and consultant. He also served as a Flotilla Commander in the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Riggs served as chairman of the Local Government Committee with jurisdiction over cities, counties, and special districts. He was the senior ranking member of the Banking & Insurance Committee. Riggs was also named the President of the National Council of Insurance Legislators in 2017.

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