Jimmy Jeffress
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| Jimmy Jeffress | |
| Arkansas State Senate District 24 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 2001 | |
| Current term ends 2012 | |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Profession | Legislator |
| Website | Senate website |
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Jimmy Jeffress (b. September 19, 1947) has been a Democratic member of the Arkansas Senate since 2001. He represents the 24th district.
Education
Jeffress 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.
Professional experience
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.
Political experience
Jeffress was a member of the Crossett City Council from 1987 to 1993. He served in the Arkansas State House of Representatives from 1997 to 2000. He then joined the Arkansas State Senate in 2001. He has served in that position since, representing the 24th district.
Committee membership
- Agriculture, Forestry and Economic Development
- Education Committee, Arkansas Senate
- Public Health, Welfare and Labor Committee, Arkansas Senate
- Senate Efficiency Committee, Arkansas Senate
Personal life
Jeffress and his wife, Candace, have four children.
External links
- Official Arkansas State Senate website of Senator Jimmy Jeffress
- Project Vote Smart biography of Senator Jimmy Jeffress
- Campaign Contributions: 2008 2006 2004 2002 2000
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