Hillary Hickland | |
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Member-elect of the TexasHouseofRepresentatives from the 55th district | |
Assuming office January 14, 2025 | |
Succeeding | Hugh Shine |
Personal details | |
Born | Jasper,Texas,U.S. | October 18,1982
Political party | Republican |
Alma mater | Baylor University Boston University |
Website | Campaign website |
Hillary Hickland is an American politician. She is the member-elect of the 55th district of the Texas House of Representatives. [1]
Hickland was born in Jasper,Texas. She attended Baylor University in 2005,earning her Bachelor's degree. She also attended Boston University in 2009,earning her Master's degree. [1] [2]
In March 2024,Hickland defeated incumbent Hugh Shine in the Republican primary election for the 55th district of the Texas House of Representatives. [3] In November 2024,Hickland defeated Jennifer Lee,winning 57.6% of the vote. [4] She succeeded Hugh Shine. She assumes office on January 14,2025. [1]
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