History of James Barcia in Timeline

James Allan Barcia is an American Democratic politician with a long career in Michigan politics. He served in the Michigan House of Representatives, the Michigan Senate, the U.S. House of Representatives, and again in the Michigan Senate before being term-limited in 2011. Since January 2017, he has held the position of County Executive of Bay County, Michigan, continuing his dedication to public service within the state.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

February 25, 1952: James Barcia Born

On February 25, 1952, James Allan Barcia was born. He is an American Democratic politician from Michigan.

1971: Staff Assistant to Senator Philip A. Hart

In 1971, James Barcia was a staff assistant to United States Senator Philip A. Hart of Michigan.

1974: Graduated from Saginaw Valley State University

In 1974, James Barcia received a B.A. from Saginaw Valley State University. Also in 1974, he was a community service coordinator for the Michigan Blood Center.

1975: Community Service Coordinator

In 1975, James Barcia served as a community service coordinator for the Michigan Blood Center.

1976: Administrative Assistant to Donald J. Albosta

In 1976, James Barcia was an administrative assistant to Michigan state representative Donald J. Albosta.

1977: Elected to the Michigan State House of Representatives

In 1977, James Barcia became a member of the Michigan State House of Representatives.

1983: Elected to the Michigan State Senate

In 1983, James Barcia left the Michigan State House of Representatives after being elected to the Michigan Senate.

January 3, 1993: Entered US House of Representatives

On January 3, 1993, James Barcia was elected as a Democrat from Michigan's 5th congressional district to the 103rd Congress.

1993: Resigned from Michigan Senate to enter US House of Representatives

In 1993, James Barcia resigned from the Michigan Senate to enter the United States House of Representatives.

2000: Congressional District Dismantled

After the United States 2000 Census, James Barcia's congressional district was dismantled by the Republican-controlled state legislature. His home in Bay City was merged with the neighboring 9th District.

October 10, 2002: Voted in favor of authorizing the invasion of Iraq

On October 10, 2002, Jim Barcia was among the 81 House Democrats who voted in favor of authorizing the invasion of Iraq.

January 3, 2003: Left US House of Representatives

On January 3, 2003, James Barcia finished serving in the United States House of Representatives, having served since January 3, 1993.

January 2011: Term Limited from Michigan Senate

In January 2011, James Barcia was term-limited from his position in the Michigan Senate.

July 2011: Considered running for congressional seat

In July 2011, with Kildee announcing his retirement, James Barcia considered running for his congressional seat in 2012.

2012: Considered running for congressional seat

In 2012, James Barcia considered running for Kildee's congressional seat, after Kildee announced his retirement in July 2011.

2016: Won Election to Bay County Executive

In 2016, James Barcia won a heated election to the position of Bay County Executive, after winning the Democratic primary against long-time incumbent Thomas L. Hickner in August. During the campaign, Barcia was accused of hiding campaign funds and using a misleading TV ad.