Betsy L. Close (born May 4, 1950) is a Republican politician who served in the Oregon State Senate.
[1] Close was sworn into office in October 2012, replacing Frank Morse, who retired before his term ended.
[1][2] Prior to serving as Senator, Close served four terms as state representative and taught in Albany, Oregon, and Washington state.
[3] In the November 2014 election, Close was defeated by Democrat Sara Gelser.
[4] Close was the Republican nominee in the 2004 Oregon Secretary of State election, but lost to Democrat Bill Bradbury.