Doc Harris | |
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Member of the MississippiHouseofRepresentatives from the 28th district | |
Assumed office January 2, 2024 | |
Preceded by | Jerry Darnell |
Personal details | |
Born | September 12,1947 |
Political party | Republican |
Residence | Hernando,Mississippi |
Occupation | Politician |
Profession | Telecommunications |
W.I. "Doc" Harris serves as a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives for the 28th District,affiliating with the Republican Party,a position he has held since 2024. [1] [2]
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