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- Born: September 29, 1942 in Miami, Florida
- Assumed office: January 3, 2001
- Party: Democrat
- Spouse: Grace Cavert Nelson
- Alma mater: Yale University, University of Virginia, University of Florida
- Previous position held: Treasurer and Insurance Commissioner
- Has two children, Bill Nelson, Jr. and Nan Ellen Nelson
- Second sitting member of the U.S. Congress to fly in space (after Jake Garn)
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Early Life
Nelson earned a B.A. in 1965, after which he earned a degree in law while also serving in the U.S. Army Reserves. Before entering politics, he worked as a lawyer and a fire marshal.Political Career
Nelson served in the U.S. House of Representatives for 12 years beginning in 1979. During this time, he launched into space on the Columbia space shuttle as a Payload Specialist shortly before the Challenger disaster of 1986. Before being elected Senator, Nelson served as Florida's Treasurer and Insurance Commissioner.
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Bill Nelson Questions
How fast is the new Nissan Skyline GTR? 4 AnswersAccording to Edmunds: "Technically, the 2009 Nissan GT-R isn't a Skyline -- that distinction now belongs to what we know as the Infiniti G series, which is mark... read more
Can beer warm your body up? 2 AnswersBeer can certainly make your body feel as though it is warmer but that is not the case, in fact your body becomes colder when you drink because the alcohol dila... read more
How long does it take for yall to answer a question? 5 Answershi right back, not long.. if it looks interesting or I know it i answer, but how long does it take you to answer a question?? read more
Whats Kobe Bryants wifes name? 2 Answersher original name wasVanessa Cornejo Urbieta Laineshe changed it toVanessa Marie Bryant. read more
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Bill Nelson Timeline
- September 29, 1942: Born
- 1965: Graduated from Yale University
- 1968: Recieved law degree from the University of Virginia
- 1972: Married Grace Cavert
- 1972-1979: Served in the Florida House of Representatives
- 1979-1991: Served in the U.S. House of Representatives
- 2000: Elected to the U.S. Senate
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Nelson is a 'no' on health bill as written - TheHill.com: http://bit.ly/8DjLhx
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Without Public Option, Sen Sanders (Vt-I) to oppose HCR bill; with Option, Sen Nelson (D-Neb) to oppose passage of bill http://su.pr/2dcTC
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Those from Florida should let Bill Nelson know how you feel about his vote Saturday night. http://billnelson.senate.gov/contact/email.cfm
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RT @RethinkReform: As currently written, Sen. Nelson (D-NE) will vote “no” on health care bill http://bit.ly/08vl2Mh
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News Videos - Sen. Nelson: I Would Not Vote to End Debate to Get Senate HCR Bill Off the Floor http://ff.im/-bTbUK
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