Jay Mathis

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Jay Mathis
Member of the MississippiHouseofRepresentatives
from the 45th district
In office
May 6, 2015 January 5, 2016
Preceded by Bennett Malone
Succeeded by Michael Evans
Personal details
Born (1970-04-24) April 24, 1970 (age 49)
Waco, Texas, U.S.
Political party Republican
Spouse(s)Andrea
Residence Carthage, Mississippi
Alma mater University of Mississippi (BA)

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References

  1. "Jay Mathis". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved August 6, 2018.
  2. Pettus, Emily Wagster (April 7, 2015). "Mathis to serve Miss. House District 45". The Clarion-Ledger . Retrieved August 6, 2018.