Jim Tucker | |
|---|---|
| Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives | |
| In office January 14, 2008 –January 9, 2012 | |
| Preceded by | Joe R. Salter |
| Succeeded by | Chuck Kleckley |
| Member of the LouisianaHouseofRepresentatives from the 86th district | |
| In office 2001–2012 | |
| Preceded by | Stephen J. Windhorst |
| Succeeded by | Rodney Lyons |
| Personal details | |
| Born | James Wayne Tucker November 11,1964 New Orleans,Louisiana,U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Marisol |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | University of New Orleans (BS) |
| Profession | Investment banker,real estate developer,CEO |
James Wayne Tucker (born November 11,1964) is an American politician and businessman who served as a Republican member of the Louisiana House of Representatives,representing the 86th District from 2002 to 2012. [1] He served as Speaker of the House from 2008 to 2012,succeeding Joe R. Salter and preceding Chuck Kleckley. [2]
Tucker was born in New Orleans,Louisiana. [3] He attended Louisiana State University (LSU) and later graduated from the University of New Orleans with a degree in finance. [4]
Tucker began his career in investment banking and real estate development before entering politics. [5]
He was first elected to the Louisiana House of Representatives in 2001,winning a special election to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of Stephen J. Windhorst. [5] He was subsequently re-elected in 2003 and 2007 without opposition. [5] As Speaker,he played a significant role in steering the House's legislative agenda,often opposing tax increases and supporting business-friendly policies. [4] He was known for his efforts to convert state retirement plans for new hires from defined benefit plans to defined contribution plans,aiming for greater fiscal sustainability. [5]
In 2011,Tucker ran for Louisiana Secretary of State but was narrowly defeated by the incumbent,Tom Schedler. [2] [6] Tucker received 49.53% of the vote,while Schedler secured 50.47%. [6]
After leaving the legislature,Tucker transitioned to the business sector. In 2015,he was appointed CEO of CommCare Corp.,a company managing geriatric care facilities based in New Orleans. [7]
Tucker is married to Marisol,and they have two children. The family resides in Terrytown,Louisiana. [5]