Kyle Koehler
Kyle Koehler (born October 5, 1961) represented Ohio's 79th district in the Ohio House of Representatives from January 2015 to December 2023.
Kyle Koehler | |
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| Member of the Ohio House of Representatives from the 79th district | |
| In office January 5, 2015 – December 31, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Ross McGregor |
| Succeeded by | Monica Robb Blasdel |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 5, 1961 Springfield, Ohio, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Dr. Kathrin Koehler Psy.D |
| Children | 5 |
| Residence(s) | Springfield, Ohio, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Wright State University |
| Profession | Software/Mechanical Engineer |
Koehler (pronounced "kay-ler") was born and raised in Springfield, Ohio, attended Springfield's Catholic Central High School and then Wright State University. He and his family own a small business in Springfield.
In 2014, Koehler opted to make his first run for elected office, and decided to run for the Ohio House of Representatives to replace Ross McGregor who was term-limited. He faced Democrat Darryl Jackson in a competitive seat. Koehler went on to defeat Jackson 61%-39%.
In 2016, Koehler faced a challenge from Democrat Alex Wendt. Koehler won re-election in another 61%-39% victory.
In 2018, Koehler faced a challenge from Democrat Amanda Finfrock. Koehler won the 2018 general election by 19% in a 59.5%-40.5% victory.
In 2020, Koehler faced Cynthia Richards in his last campaign for State Representative (due to term-limits). Koehler won the 2020 general election by 26% in a 63.1%-36.9% victory.
Koehler won each of his general elections in 2014, 2016, 2018, and 2020 by margins of 22%, 22%, 19%, and 26% points respectively in a district that is considered a 50-50 district for Presidential Elections.
Representative Koehler chaired the Ohio House Agriculture and Rural Development Committee during the 133rd and 134th General Assemblies.