Mark Butler | |
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Labor Commissioner of Georgia | |
In office January 10, 2011 –January 12, 2023 | |
Governor | Nathan Deal Brian Kemp |
Preceded by | Mike Thurmond |
Succeeded by | Bruce Thompson |
Member of the GeorgiaHouseofRepresentatives from the 18th district | |
In office January 2005 –January 2011 | |
Preceded by | Bill Heath |
Succeeded by | Kevin Cooke |
Personal details | |
Born | Carrollton,Georgia,U.S. | July 21,1970
Political party | Republican |
Children | 3 |
Education | Auburn University (BA) |
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