Representative Bill Rhiley Contact information

Bill Rhiley is an American politician, businessman, and former educator who is currently serving as a member of the Kansas House of Representatives from the 80th district. He was elected in 2018 and assumed office in January 2019.

Rhiley earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and a Bachelor of Arts in business education from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Education from Southwestern College.

Before entering politics, Rhiley had a diverse career. He worked as a high school business and technology teacher, a computer system integrator, and a special education teacher. He was also the publisher of the Belle Plaine News and Oxford Register, both in Belle Plaine, Kansas. In addition to his professional pursuits, Rhiley owns a bed and breakfast in Wellington, Kansas with his wife.

In the 2018 election for the 80th district of the Kansas House of Representatives, Rhiley defeated incumbent Anita Judd-Jenkins in the Republican primary. He did not face a Democratic challenger in the 2018 or 2020 election.

As a legislator, Rhiley has been active in various committees. He has served as the Vice-chair of the General Government Budget committee and has been a member of the Legislative Modernization and Education committees. He has sponsored several bills during his tenure, reflecting his commitment to serving his constituents and the state of Kansas.