Jacqueline "Jacque" Yelland Steiner

General Information

Jacque Steiner, Jacqueline Jean Yelland, Mrs. Frederick Karl Steiner Jr.
Female
November 4, 1929
Pasadena, Los Angeles Co., CA, USA
August 19, 2003
Prescott, Yavapai Co., AZ, USA

Biographical Information

Rep. James “Jim” Skelly resigned June 28, 1976 to run for a seat in District 28 and he was replaced by Jacque Steiner who was appointed July 6, 1976 as Representative for District 25.  Since the regular session and special session had ended, Rep. Steiner does not appear to have participated in any legislative sessions during the 32nd Legislature.  (Journal of the House of Representatives, 32nd Legislature, 1976, pp. 955, 1056).

According to her obituary, Connie Cone Sexton.  "Jacque Steiner, Advocate for Children, Dies Phoenix Resident Devoted Time to Legislature, Scouts."  The Arizona Republic, Aug. 21, 2003, p. B 4:

..."I haven't known anyone in my lifetime with such an incredible commitment of improving the lives of abused and vulnerable children," said Carol Kamin, executive director of the Children's Action Alliance in Phoenix.  Steiner had served as the organization's president for the past three years....

Tamara Woodbury, executive director of the Arizona Cactus-Pine Girl Scout Council where Steiner had been president until April, praised her as an extraordinary leader.  She said Steiner was able to unify the council, which encompasses most of the state.

"We had about 9,200 volunteers.  Jacque compelled people to bring their best in programs that serve girls of all circumstances."

Steiner, a Republican, served in the state House of Representatives from 1976 to 1980 representing District 25 in central Phoenix. She moved on to the state Senate from 1981 to 1990.  She focused on the issues of welfare reform on neglected and abused children, juvenile justice reform and foster care....

Education

Master Arts: Education, Standford University, (n.d.)

Bachelor Arts: Education, Standford University, (n.d.)

 

Employment

Occupation Title Years
Non-profit/Volunteer civic activities
Education/Library English teacher, West Phoenix High School 1952 - 1955

Arizona Legislative Service

Session Chamber Party District City County Office Notes
32nd Legislature, 2nd Regular House Republican 25 - Maricopa (1971-72) (1973-82) Phoenix Maricopa appointed 7/6/1976 to replace Rep. Jim Skelley who resigned
33rd Legislature, 1st Regular House Republican 25 - Maricopa (1971-72) (1973-82) Phoenix Maricopa
33rd Legislature, 2nd Regular House Republican 25 - Maricopa (1971-72) (1973-82) Phoenix Maricopa
34th Legislature, 1st Regular House Republican 25 - Maricopa (1971-72) (1973-82) Phoenix Maricopa
34th Legislature, 2nd Regular House Republican 25 - Maricopa (1971-72) (1973-82) Phoenix Maricopa
35th Legislature, 1st Regular Senate Republican 25 - Maricopa (1971-72) (1973-82) Phoenix Maricopa
35th Legislature, 2nd Regular Senate Republican 25 - Maricopa (1971-72) (1973-82) Phoenix Maricopa
36th Legislature, 1st Regular Senate Republican 25 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) Phoenix Maricopa
36th Legislature, 2nd Regular Senate Republican 25 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) Phoenix Maricopa
37th Legislature, 1st Regular Senate Republican 25 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) Phoenix Maricopa
37th Legislature, 2nd Regular Senate Republican 25 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) Phoenix Maricopa
38th Legislature, 1st Regular Senate Republican 25 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) Phoenix Maricopa
38th Legislature, 2nd Regular Senate Republican 25 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) Phoenix Maricopa
39th Legislature, 1st Regular Senate Republican 25 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) Phoenix Maricopa
39th Legislature, 2nd Regular Senate Republican 25 - Maricopa (1983-92) (1993-2002) Phoenix Maricopa

Sources

Birth: Arizona Legislative Biography sheet, parents:  John C. and Claire C. Yelland, CA birth index:  "Jacquelin Jean Yelland" mother's maiden name:  Howard; Occupation(s): Arizona Legislative Biography sheet; Death: "OBITUARIES Jacqueline Y. Steiner."  The Arizona Republic, August 22, 2003 p. B7, SSDI: "Jacqueline Y. Steiner"

Education: www.legacy.com/obituaries/azcentral/obituary.aspx?n=jacqueline-y-steiner&pid=1336075