Frank Hoagland is an American businessman and former politician who served in the Ohio Senate from 2017 to 2023, representing the 30th district.[1] He owns Special Tactics and Rescue Training LLC, a security training provider, based in Mingo Junction, Ohio. Hoagland previously served in the United States Navy as a Navy SEAL. He is a member of the Republican Party.

Frank Hoagland
Member of the Ohio Senate
from the 30th district
In office
January 5, 2017 – December 1, 2023
Preceded byLou Gentile
Succeeded byBrian Chavez
Personal details
Political partyRepublican
ResidenceMingo Junction, Ohio
ProfessionSmall business owner
Legislator
Military service
Branch/serviceUnited States Navy
RankSenior chief petty officer

Military and business career

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Hoagland graduated from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training BUD/S at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado in 1983. Following SEAL Basic Indoctrination and completion of a six-month probationary period, he received the Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC) 5326 as a Combatant Swimmer (SEAL), entitled to wear the Special Warfare Insignia. After leaving the navy, he became a military contractor and worked on personal security details. In 2005, he founded Special Tactics and Rescue Training (START) LLC, which provides specialized security services and training to national security, law enforcement, and private entities.

Ohio Senate

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Hoagland challenged incumbent state Senator Lou Gentile in the 2016 general election for Ohio's 30th Senate District, which spans ten counties. He was unopposed for the Republican nomination. Hoagland defeated Gentile by a margin of 53%-47% in the November 8, 2016 general election.[2]

Electoral history

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Ohio Senate 30th District: Results 2016
Year Democrat Votes Pct Republican Votes Pct
2016 Lou Gentile 75,450 47.10% Frank Hoagland 84,747 52.90%

References

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  1. ^ "Washington County resident appointed to Ohio Senate seat". The Parkersburg News and Sentinel. December 8, 2023. Retrieved December 10, 2023.
  2. ^ Frank Hoagland wins Ohio's 30th District Senate seat
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