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David Mattax
David Mattax was a Texas Commissioner of Insurance. He was first appointed to the position by Gov. Rick Perry effective January 13, 2015.[1] On April 13, 2017, Mattax passed away after a battle with cancer.[2]
Biography
Mattax served as deputy attorney general for defense litigation prior to his appointment as insurance commissioner. He previously served as director of defense litigation and financial litigation division chief at the Texas Attorney General's Office.[1]
Education
- Bachelor's degree, University of Texas at Austin
- J.D., University of Texas at Austin[1]
Political career
Texas Insurance Commissioner (2015-2017)
Mattax was appointed by Gov. Rick Perry to a term effective January 13, 2015.[1]
Appointments
2013
Mattax was appointed as Texas Commissioner of Insurance by Rick Perry (R) on January 13, 2015, succeeding Julia Rathgeber.[1]
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See also
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Footnotes
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| Preceded by Julia Rathgeber |
Texas Commissioner of Insurance 2015-2017 |
Succeeded by Kent Sullivan |
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