Career
She served from 1991-2002 as a Republican. She then served as a Democrat from 2009 - 2011. Benlon ran for re-election in 2010, but was defeated by Republican Greg A. Smith.
Prior to her election to the House, Benlon served on the Shawnee City Council from 1988-1991.
From 1973-1988 she worked as an accounting office manager. Benlon is a volunteer with the Boy Scouts of American (1986–present) and has also served in the Lenexa Chamber of Commerce, Republican Women of Lexena, Shawnee Area Chamber of Commerce, and Young Men"s Christian Association.
Economic Development and Tourism (Ranking Member)
Taxation
Joint Committee on Economic Development
Federal and State Affairs committees. The top 5 donors to Benlon"s 2008 campaign:
1.
Kansas Democratic Party $5,700
2.
Benlon, Randy & Lisa $4,977
3. Kansans for Lifesaving Cures $1,000
4. Johnson County Democratic Central Cmte $1,000
5.
Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce $1,000.