Dr. Pat Spearman is President Pro-Tempore of the Nevada State Senate, Co-Majority Whip, and a retired US Army Lt. Colonel, Veteran. Senator Spearman is regarded as one of the most progressive members of the Nevada Senate and has introduced bills that provide equal pay for women, support LGBT rights, and support veterans. Before being elected senator, Spearman served in the United States Army for 29 years, was a pastor, and held several public service positions.
Dr. Spearman is a member of the Elected Officials to Protect America National Climate Emergency & Energy Security Task Force. The goal of the Task Force is to mobilize lawmakers in disadvantaged communities, corporate and government financing, businesses, and NGOs on the ground who have proven climate solutions to equitably implement climate opportunities offered by the Inflation Reduction Act.
Dr. Spearman holds several degrees; a Bachelor of Science in Political Science; a Master of Divinity from The Seminary of the Southwest; and a Doctorate of Business Administration from Walden University.