Cory Fong
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Cory Fong (born August 6, 1972, Great Falls, Montana) is a North Dakota public servant. He is a Republican, and the former state State Tax Commissioner.
Quick Facts 23rd North Dakota Tax Commissioner, Governor ...
Cory Fong | |
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23rd North Dakota Tax Commissioner | |
In office 2005–2013 | |
Governor | John Hoeven Jack Dalrymple |
Preceded by | Rick Clayburgh |
Succeeded by | Ryan Rauschenberger |
Personal details | |
Born | (1972-08-06) August 6, 1972 (age 51) |
Political party | Republican |
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Fong was appointed Tax Commissioner in 2005 by Governor John Hoeven following the resignation of Rick Clayburgh (who left the job to become executive director of the North Dakota Bankers Association). He was elected to the position in 2006, when he faced Brent Edison, 53% to 47%, after a heated campaign.