Paul Holvey

He is a Democratic member of the Oregon House of Representatives, representing District 8 since his appointment in January 2004, and serves as the Speaker pro tempore.

Paul Holvey
Speaker pro tempore of the Oregon House of Representatives
Incumbent
Assumed office January 9, 2017
Preceded by	Tobias Read
Speaker of the Oregon House of Representatives
Acting
In office January 16, 2022 – February 1, 2022
Preceded by	Tina Kotek
Succeeded by	Dan Rayfield
Member of the Oregon House of Representatives from the 8th district
Incumbent
Assumed office 2004
Preceded by	Floyd Prozanski
Personal details
Born	(1954-01-11) January 11, 1954 (age 70) Eugene, Oregon, U.S.
Political party	Democratic
Education	Lane Community College Central Washington University University of Oregon
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Holvey began his career as an apprentice in the carpentry industry, which led him into later becoming a journeyman in the carpenters union. As a carpenter, foreman, and project superintendent, Holvey has worked in Oregon, Washington, California and Alaska. Holvey attended Lane Community College and Central Washington University, and received a certificate from the University of Oregon's Labor Education and Research Center.

Holvey was appointed to the Oregon House of Representatives in January 2004, to replace Floyd Prozanski, who had resigned to accept an appointment to a seat in the state Senate. He was elected to the seat in November 2004.

On October 3, 2023, Holvey faced a recall election; the effort was spearheaded by a local chapter of the United Food and Commercial Workers union and was defeated by a large margin.

On February 29, 2024, Holvey announced his retirement after 20 years representing the 8th district.

Holvey and his wife Terrie reside in south Eugene along with their three Yorkshire Terriers. He also has a son, Justin, and daughter in-law, Carla.