Bill Allen (Missouri)

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Bill Allen
Candidate, Missouri House of Representatives District 17
Missouri House of Representatives District 17
Tenure
2023 - Present
Term ends
2027
Years in position
3
Predecessor:Mark Ellebracht (D)
Compensation
Base salary
$41,770/year
Per diem
$142.40/day
Elections and appointments
Last election
November 5, 2024
Next election
August 4, 2026
Education
Bachelor's
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, 1993
Ph.D
Capella University, 2013
Graduate
Troy University, 2003
Military
Service / branch
U.S. Navy
Years of service
1984 - 2008
Personal
Birthplace
Kansas City, KS
Religion
Catholic
Profession
Educational administration
Contact

Bill Allen (Republican Party) is a member of theMissouri House of Representatives, representingDistrict 17. He assumed office on January 4, 2023. His current term ends on January 6, 2027.

Allen (Republican Party) is running for re-election to theMissouri House of Representatives to representDistrict 17. He declared candidacy for the Republican primary scheduled onAugust 4, 2026.[source]

Biography

Bill Allen was born inKansas City, Kansas. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1984 to 2008. He earned a bachelor's degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 1993, a graduate degree from Troy University in 2003, and a Ph.D. from Capella University in 2013. His career experience includes working as a higher education administrator. Allen has been affiliated with Rotary and St James Catholic Church.[1]

Sponsored legislation

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Committee assignments

2025-2026

Allen was assigned to the following committees:

2023-2024

Allen was assigned to the following committees:


Elections

2026

See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2026

General election

The primary will occur on August 4, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 17

IncumbentBill Allen is running in the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 17 on August 4, 2026.

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2024

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General election

General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 17

IncumbentBill Allen defeatedShirley Mata in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 17 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Bill Allen
Bill Allen (R)
 
51.8
 
8,992
Shirley Mata (D)
 
48.2
 
8,353

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Total votes: 17,345
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 17

Shirley Mata advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 17 on August 6, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔Shirley Mata
 
100.0
 
1,938

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Total votes: 1,938
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 17

IncumbentBill Allen advanced from the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 17 on August 6, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Bill Allen
Bill Allen
 
100.0
 
2,193

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Total votes: 2,193
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Libertarian primary election

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Endorsements

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Pledges

Allen signed the following pledges.

  • U.S. Term Limits

2022

See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 17

Bill Allen defeated incumbentMark Ellebracht in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 17 on November 8, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Bill Allen
Bill Allen (R) Candidate Connection
 
50.2
 
5,785
Image of Mark Ellebracht
Mark Ellebracht (D)
 
49.8
 
5,736

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Total votes: 11,521
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 17

IncumbentMark Ellebracht advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 17 on August 2, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Mark Ellebracht
Mark Ellebracht
 
100.0
 
2,282

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Total votes: 2,282
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 17

Bill Allen advanced from the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 17 on August 2, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Bill Allen
Bill Allen Candidate Connection
 
100.0
 
2,244

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Total votes: 2,244
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Libertarian primary election

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Campaign themes

2026

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2024

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2022

Candidate Connection

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Navy Vet for State Rep! I am the ONLY candidate who lives in District 17, volunteers in District 17, and prays in District 17. I am running to represent my friends, neighbors, and colleagues who also live in our District (17). I will fairly represent Republicans, Democrats, and those who have become disenchanted with politics by listening to their input and caring for their perspective as if they were my own. Based on the input I have received, neighbors DO NOT want an outsider to represent them.

My Platform:We need to get smart on what it takes to move the Northland forward - making good schools even better, ensuring economic opportunities and safe neighborhoods.

- ​Ensuring parents have a say in K-12 education

- Retooling higher education to train for the jobs of the future with affordable tuition

- Maintaining American freedoms and values

- Defending religious freedoms for all

- Investing in infrastructure to ensure our children have long-term opportunity

​

Bill is a proud husband to Marta and father of three adult children. He had 26 years of service in the United States Navy. He is a teacher and professor, and Cerner-trained education leader.
  • Education. In K-12, make already good schools great through accountability. In higher ed, ensure accountability through gainful employment monitoring and ensure affordable tuition.
  • Small business. Ensure regulations and taxes provide incentives to start and maintain a business, and in turn maximize employment and sustainable wage jobs.
  • Safe neighborhoods. Fund the police and support community policing.
Smaller government that recognizes the rights of all citizens.

Defend religious freedom and continuous worship opportunity for all, including Christians.
Common sense in government - stop the crazies!
School safety by using remaining COVID funding to put a SRO or armed and trained volunteer in every Missouri school.
Return decency and respect to the Missouri legislature and stop the showmanship.

Stop government spending madness and return the economy to pre-inflation status.
I want to leave Missouri District 17 better than I found it. From where we are now, that means lower inflation, lower gas prices, more education opportunities, and politicians that care about this District - not just running for office for the sake of it.
9/11 I was in the Navy serving on the USS George Washington in the Atlantis Ocean. On 9/12, we were off the coast of New York City providing to provide air support.
Pumping gas and auto mechanics at an Exxon station ages 16-18. I learned humility, the value of hard work, and the joy of serving others. I also learned to keep the proper air pressure in my tires, the importance of checking the oil, and that preventative maintenance is not optional. Come to think of it, those are some of the same things I taught my children :-)
To Kill A Mocking Bird - Harper Lee
I am proud to have served the country for over 25 years in the Navy. I sacrificed many, many years away from my children, family, community, and countless events - those scars will always remain but I would make no other choice.
An honest relationship that focuses on the citizens - that's all.
I agree with 65% of Americans that we are heading in the wrong direction under the current leadership. I think we must avoid a World War, return security to our borders, and stop the insane government spending to bring down inflation. We must have lower taxes, lower gas prices, and government accountability.
Absolutely not. There are too many lawyers and long-term politicians looking for loopholes already. We need fresh blood, new ideas, bold ideas.
Yes - building friendly relationships, even with those who differ in viewpoint, is what our citizens want from representatives. What they don't want is silly games, showmanship, and unprofessional behavior.
The Missouri process for the House was very fair and I think we should stick to representation from those who live in the new districts.
It depends on the needs of my party and the people of Missouri. I intend to serve our citizens as long as they choose.
Yes - compromise within reason is necessary. We must stop condemning and start actually listening. Most Americans are not as far apart as the media would have us believe. The one exception is that I think it's absolutely necessary to actually live in the district in which a politician represents.

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Bill Allen campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024Missouri House of Representatives District 17Won general$59,336 $57,840
2022Missouri House of Representatives District 17Won general$17,245 $14,456
Grand total$76,581 $72,296
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2024

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2023

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In 2023, theMissouri State Legislature was in session from January 4 to May 12.

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    Preceded by
    Mark Ellebracht (D)    		Missouri House of Representatives District 17
    2023-Present    		Succeeded by
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