Timothy Jennings

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Timothy Z. Jennings
Member of the New Mexico Senate
from the 32nd district
In office
1978 - 2012
Personal details
Born (1950-09-04) September 4, 1950 (age 70)
Roswell, New Mexico
Political party Democratic
Spouse(s)Patty
Residence Roswell, New Mexico
Alma mater Creighton University
OccupationRancher, businessman

Timothy Zeph Jennings is a former Democratic member of the New Mexico Senate. He represented the 32nd District from 1978 to 2012, and served as Majority Whip from 1992 through 1996. While in office he was a dynamic legislator and had friends from both parties. Governor Martinez heavily opposed him in the 2012 election and the Republican Party ran Senator Clifford Pirtle against him. He currently is still heavily involved in the New Mexico legislature, and is often seen lobbying for healthcare. He also attended the New Mexico Military Institute.


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