Paul LeVota Bio

About Paul LeVota

Paul LeVota is the State Representative from Missouri’s 52nd District. This district includes southeast Independence, parts of South Kansas City, Unity Village, and parts of Lee’s Summit. Paul was first elected in 2002 and then re-elected in 2004 and 2006.

In the summer of 2007, LeVota was unanimously elected by his peers to serve as the House Democratic Leader. As the highest ranking member of his party, LeVota is responsible for working with majority and minority leadership in formulating policy, developing strategy and generating support for legislative priorities in the House of Representatives.

Representative LeVota has also served as House Assistant Democratic Leader and member of the House Budget Committee the Utilities Committee, the Homeland Security & Veteran Affairs Committee, and the Appropriations for Education Committees.

During each legislative session, LeVota has distinguished himself by championing the cause of public education, introducing government accountability measures, and increasing constituent outreach. LeVota has been the driving force behind the House Democrat’s “Moving Missouri Forward Plan,” an innovative legislative agenda to improve state government.

Paul was awarded the “Best New Legislator of the Year” by the Show Me Council for Responsibility and Accountability in Government. He has also received “The Hero for Healthcare Award” from the AFT Healthcare Midwest, and was named the “Defender of Patient’s Safety” from Missouri Watch Coalition. In 2006, he was named a “Champion of Justice” from the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys. He was also awarded the Horace Mann Friend of Education Award by Missouri NEA in 2007.

In 2008, Paul was awarded the Missouri Homebuilders Association’s Legislator of the Year, The MS Society Legislator of the Years, and an honor “Doctor of Bio Science” from The Missouri Biotechnology Association. LeVota also received the 2008 James C. Kirkpatrick Excellence in Governance Award from the University of Central Missouri along with The St. Louis Business Journal 2008 Legislative Award.

LeVota has also received distinction as a national delegate to the American Council of Young Political Leaders exchange program with the People’s Republic of China.

In addition to monthly newsletters, and town hall meetings, Representative LeVota produces a monthly column in local newspapers to exchange ideas and concerns with constituents of the 52nd district.

Paul LeVota is a life-long resident of Independence, Missouri. He was born on March 22, 1968. He has been married to his college sweetheart, Nancy, since 1992. Paul is the father of two daughters, Meghan, thirteen years old and Madeline, ten years old.

Growing up, Paul attended Truman High School in Independence where he served as Student Body President. He then received a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Communications and Political Science from Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg. Paul was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity and held many leadership roles at CMSU, including Student Body Vice President. Later, he received a Masters of Science in Management from Baker University in Overland Park, Kansas.

While still in college, Paul was elected to the Jackson County Democratic Committee from Blue Township, Sub-District Eight. Since that time he was chosen to serve on the Missouri State Democratic Committee where he worked to promote several candidates, including Mel Carnahan, Bob Holden, and Jay Nixon. He served on both the Legislative Affairs and Candidate Recruitment Committee for the party.

Before being elected to the Missouri General Assembly, Paul worked for Sprint in the area of training and development. Since his time in office, Paul works as a professional training consultant and public speaker. Additionally, Paul is a licensed Missouri Real Estate Salesperson for Liberty Realty and serves on the Board of Directors of The LeVota Appraisal Group, LLC.

Along with his political involvement, Paul is a life long member of Saint Mark's Catholic Church in Independence, where he is a member of the Knight’s of Columbus, Third Degree. Paul is a member of Independence Mason Lodge 76 and the Ararat Shrine. He belongs to the Little Blue River Home Owner’s Association and the Independence PTA. Paul is an avid reader and an outdoor sportsman.

Paul is a member of several professional organizations such as the American Society of Training Development, KC Chapter and the National Speakers Association. He serves on the Avila Advantage Board of Directors and is a former member of Central Missouri State University’s President's Society.


Paul LeVota with wife Nancy and daughters, Meghan & Madeline.		About Paul LeVota Paul LeVota is the State Representative from Missouri’s 52nd District. This district includes southeast Independence, parts of South Kansas City, Unity Village, and parts of Lee’s Summit. Paul was first elected in 2002 and then re-elected in 2004 and 2006. In the summer of 2007, LeVota was unanimously elected by his peers to serve as the House Democratic Leader. As the highest ranking member of his party, LeVota is responsible for working with majority and minority leadership in formulating policy, developing strategy and generating support for legislative priorities in the House of Representatives. Representative LeVota has also served as House Assistant Democratic Leader and member of the House Budget Committee the Utilities Committee, the Homeland Security & Veteran Affairs Committee, and the Appropriations for Education Committees. During each legislative session, LeVota has distinguished himself by championing the cause of public education, introducing government accountability measures, and increasing constituent outreach. LeVota has been the driving force behind the House Democrat’s “Moving Missouri Forward Plan,” an innovative legislative agenda to improve state government. Paul was awarded the “Best New Legislator of the Year” by the Show Me Council for Responsibility and Accountability in Government. He has also received “The Hero for Healthcare Award” from the AFT Healthcare Midwest, and was named the “Defender of Patient’s Safety” from Missouri Watch Coalition. In 2006, he was named a “Champion of Justice” from the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys. He was also awarded the Horace Mann Friend of Education Award by Missouri NEA in 2007. In 2008, Paul was awarded the Missouri Homebuilders Association’s Legislator of the Year, The MS Society Legislator of the Years, and an honor “Doctor of Bio Science” from The Missouri Biotechnology Association. LeVota also received the 2008 James C. Kirkpatrick Excellence in Governance Award from the University of Central Missouri along with The St. Louis Business Journal 2008 Legislative Award. LeVota has also received distinction as a national delegate to the American Council of Young Political Leaders exchange program with the People’s Republic of China. In addition to monthly newsletters, and town hall meetings, Representative LeVota produces a monthly column in local newspapers to exchange ideas and concerns with constituents of the 52nd district. Paul LeVota is a life-long resident of Independence, Missouri. He was born on March 22, 1968. He has been married to his college sweetheart, Nancy, since 1992. Paul is the father of two daughters, Meghan, thirteen years old and Madeline, ten years old. Growing up, Paul attended Truman High School in Independence where he served as Student Body President. He then received a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Communications and Political Science from Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg. Paul was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity and held many leadership roles at CMSU, including Student Body Vice President. Later, he received a Masters of Science in Management from Baker University in Overland Park, Kansas. While still in college, Paul was elected to the Jackson County Democratic Committee from Blue Township, Sub-District Eight. Since that time he was chosen to serve on the Missouri State Democratic Committee where he worked to promote several candidates, including Mel Carnahan, Bob Holden, and Jay Nixon. He served on both the Legislative Affairs and Candidate Recruitment Committee for the party. Before being elected to the Missouri General Assembly, Paul worked for Sprint in the area of training and development. Since his time in office, Paul works as a professional training consultant and public speaker. Additionally, Paul is a licensed Missouri Real Estate Salesperson for Liberty Realty and serves on the Board of Directors of The LeVota Appraisal Group, LLC. Along with his political involvement, Paul is a life long member of Saint Mark's Catholic Church in Independence, where he is a member of the Knight’s of Columbus, Third Degree. Paul is a member of Independence Mason Lodge 76 and the Ararat Shrine. He belongs to the Little Blue River Home Owner’s Association and the Independence PTA. Paul is an avid reader and an outdoor sportsman. Paul is a member of several professional organizations such as the American Society of Training Development, KC Chapter and the National Speakers Association. He serves on the Avila Advantage Board of Directors and is a former member of Central Missouri State University’s President's Society.