Mary E. Peters
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For the diplomat, see Mary Ann Peters.
Mary E. Peters (born December 4, 1948) is an American government official who served as the 15th United States secretary of transportation from 2006 to 2009, under President George W. Bush. She was the second woman to hold that position after Elizabeth Dole.[1]
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Mary Peters | |
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15th United States Secretary of Transportation | |
In office October 17, 2006 ā January 20, 2009 | |
President | George W. Bush |
Preceded by | Norman Mineta |
Succeeded by | Ray LaHood |
Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration | |
In office October 2, 2001 ā July 29, 2005 | |
President | George W. Bush |
Preceded by | Kenneth R. Wykle |
Succeeded by | J. Richard Capka |
Personal details | |
Born | (1948-12-04) December 4, 1948 (age 75) Peoria, Arizona, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Education | University of Phoenix (BA) |
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