Matt Morgan | |
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Member-elect of the TexasHouseofRepresentatives from the 26th district | |
Assuming office January 14, 2025 | |
Succeeding | Jacey Jetton |
Personal details | |
Born | Houston,Texas,U.S. | March 19,1979
Political party | Republican |
Alma mater | Sam Houston State University |
Profession | Managing director |
Website | Campaign website |
Matt Morgan is an American politician. He is the member-elect of the 26th district of the Texas House of Representatives. [1]
Morgan was born in Houston,Texas. He attended Sam Houston State University in 2002,earning his Bachelor's degree. [1]
In March 2024,Morgan defeated incumbent Jacey Jetton in the Republican primary election for the 26th district of the Texas House of Representatives. [2] In November 2024,Morgan defeated Daniel Lee,winning 59.2% of the vote. [3] He succeeded Jacey Jetton. He assumes office on January 14,2025.
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