Alan Branson | |
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| Member of the North CarolinaHouseofRepresentatives from the 59th district | |
| Assumed office April 24, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Jon Hardister |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence | Greensboro,North Carolina |
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