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Jimmy Jeffress
| Jimmy Jeffress | ||
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| Arkansas State Senate District 24 | ||
| Former officeholder | ||
| In office | ||
| 2001-January 10, 2013 | ||
| Party | Democratic | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $15,869 per year | |
| Per diem | $136 per day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 4, 2008 | |
| First elected | November 2002 | |
| Term limits | 2 terms (8 years) | |
| Prior offices | ||
| Arkansas House of Representatives | ||
| 1997-2000 | ||
| Crossett City Council | ||
| 1987-1993 | ||
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | University of Arkansas, Monticello (1971) | |
| Master's | University of Louisiana, Monroe (1986) | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | September 19, 1947 | |
| Place of birth | Monticello, Arkansas | |
| Profession | Legislator | |
| Religion | Southern Baptist | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
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Jeffress was a member of the Crossett City Council from 1987 to 1993. He served in the Arkansas House of Representatives from 1997 to 2000.
He earned his BME from the University of Arkansas, Monticello, in 1971. He went on to receive his MME from the University of Louisiana, Monroe, in 1986. Jeffress was a Justice of the Peace for Ashley County Quorum Court from 1995 to 1996. He also worked as a Teacher for Crossett Public Schools from 1971 to 1999.
Jeffress will be ineligible to run for re-election to the Arkansas State Senate in 2012 due to term limits.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Jeffress served on these committees:
- Agriculture, Forestry and Economic Development Committee, Arkansas State Senate
- Legislative Council, Arkansas Assembly
- Joint Budget Committee, Arkansas Assembly
- Subcommittee on Claims
- Children and Youth Committee, Arkansas State Senate
- Education Committee, Arkansas State Senate, Chair
- Joint Energy Committee, Arkansas Assembly, Vice Chair
- Public Retirement and Social Security Programs Committee, Arkansas Assembly
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Jeffress served on these committees:
- Agriculture, Forestry and Economic Development
- Education Committee, Arkansas State Senate
- Public Health, Welfare and Labor Committee, Arkansas State Senate
- Senate Efficiency Committee, Arkansas State Senate
Elections
2008
On November 4, 2008, Jeffress won re-election to the 24th District Seat in the Arkansas State Senate, running unopposed in the general election.[1]
Jeffress raised $52,825 for his campaign.[2]
Campaign donors
2010 (Off-cycle)
Jeffress raised no money in the 2010 election cycle.
2008
In 2008, Jeffress collected $52,825 in donations.[3]
His eight largest contributors in 2008 were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Stephens Group | $3,000 |
| Rural Arkansas Telecommunications | $2,000 |
| Arkansas Health Care Association | $2,000 |
| Friedkin Business Services | $2,000 |
| South Arkansas Telephone Co. | $2,000 |
| Wal-Mart | $2,000 |
| Michael S. Morton | $2,000 |
| Philip Morris | $2,000 |
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Personal
Jeffress and his wife, Candace, have four children.
External links
- Official Arkansas State Senate website of Senator Jimmy Jeffress
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Project Vote Smart biography of Senator Jimmy Jeffress
- Campaign Contributions: 2008 2006 2004 2002 2000
References
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| Preceded by - |
Arkansas State Senate District 24 2001–2013 |
Succeeded by Keith Ingram (D) |
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