Jay W. Mathis (born April 24, 1970) is an American politician. He was a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives from the 45th district. A Republican, he ran unopposed in a special election in May 2015 to replace Bennett Malone.[1] Mathis unsuccessfully challenged Malone in 2007 and 2011 and chose not to run for reelection in the November 2015 elections due to redistricting.[2]

Jay Mathis
Member of the Mississippi House of Representatives
from the 45th district
In office
May 6, 2015 – January 5, 2016
Preceded byBennett Malone
Succeeded byMichael Evans
Personal details
Born (1970-04-24) April 24, 1970 (age 54)
Waco, Texas, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
SpouseAndrea
ResidenceCarthage, Mississippi
Alma materUniversity of Mississippi (BA)

References

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  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.