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David Myers, Mississippi Representative
| David Myers | ||
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| Mississippi House of Representatives District 98 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| 1996 - Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| January 3, 2016 | ||
| Years in position | 17 | |
| Party | Democratic | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $10,000/year | |
| Per diem | $109/day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 8, 2011 | |
| First elected | November 7, 1995 | |
| Next election | November 3, 2015 | |
| Term limits | N/A | |
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | University of Phoenix | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | December 30, 1961 | |
| Profession | Independent Contractor | |
| Religion | Baptist | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
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Myers is an independent contractor. He earned his BS from the University of Phoenix and also attended Hinds Junior College and Southwest Junior College.
Myers is a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Boys' and Girls' Club, LOOK, Masons, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, Parent Teacher Association, and Project Forward.[1]
Committee assignments
2012-2013
During the 2012-2013 legislative session, Myers served on the following committees:
- Medicaid
- Military Affairs
- Municipalities, Vice-Chair
- Public Utilities
2010-2011
During the 2010-2011 legislative session, Myers was appointed to the following committees:
Elections
2011
On November 8, 2011, Myers won re-election to District 98 of the Mississippi House of Representatives. He defeated Tasha Dillon in the August 2 primary and was unchallenged in the November 8 general election. [2]
| Mississippi House of Representatives District 98 Democratic Primary, 2011 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
 David Myers Incumbent |
58.5% | 2,922 |
| Tasha Dillon | 41.5% | 2,069 |
| Total Votes | 4,991 | |
2007
On November 6, 2007 Myers was re-elected in District 98, running unopposed.[3]
| Mississippi House of Representatives, District 98 (2007) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| David Myers (D) | 4,970 | 100.00% | ||
Campaign donors
2011
In 2011, Myers received $22,049 in campaign donations. The top contributors are listed below.[4]
| Mississippi House of Representatives 2011 election - Campaign Contributions | |
|---|---|
| Top contributors to David Myers, Mississippi Representative's campaign in 2011 | |
| Entergy | $1,000 |
| At&T | $900 |
| Mpc Pac | $800 |
| Cockorham, Angela | $700 |
| Electric Power Association Of Mississippi | $700 |
| Total Raised in 2011 | $22,049 |
| Total Votes received in 2011 | 6,476 |
| Cost of each vote received | $3.4 |
2007
In 2007, Myers collected $4,500 in donations.[5]
Listed below are the five largest contributors to his campaign.
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| AT&T | $500 |
| Isle of Capri Casino | $500 |
| Electric Power Associates of Mississippi | $400 |
| Ameristar Casinos | $350 |
| Mississippi Bail Agents Association | $250 |
Contact Information
Capitol Address:
Post Office Box 1018
Jackson, MS 39215-1018
District Address:
808 North Cherry Street
McComb, MS 39648
Phone: 601-684-4000 601-684-4000 (Business)
Phone: 601-684-1709 (Home)
Email:
dmyers@house.ms.gov
External links
- Biography on Mississippi House Member Page
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign contributions: 2009, 2007, 2005, 2003, 1999
References
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