Jeff Knight (politician)

Jeff Knight (born 1968)[1] is an American politician serving as a member of the Missouri House of Representatives from the 129th district. He assumed office in February 2018.

Jeff Knight
Member of the Missouri House of Representatives
from the 129th district
Assumed office
February 2018
Personal details
Born1968 (age 55–56)
Lebanon, Missouri, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
EducationMissouri State University (BS)

Early life and education

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Knight was born and raised in Lebanon, Missouri. He attended the University of Missouri and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in science education from Southwest Missouri State University.[2]

Career

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After graduating from college, Knight worked as a teacher and coach in the Ozark School District, Nixa Public Schools, Lebanon School District, and Camdenton School District for a combined 25 years.[3] He has since worked as an auctioneer. Knight was elected to the Missouri House of Representatives in a February 2018 special election.[4]

References

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  1. ^ "Representative Jeff Knight". house.mo.gov. Retrieved 2022-01-31.
  2. ^ "Jeff Knight's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved 2022-01-31.
  3. ^ "Missouri's governor to sign higher education bill, which includes top priority for Mizzou football coach Drinkwitz (AUDIO)". Missourinet. 2021-07-10. Retrieved 2022-01-31.
  4. ^ "Jeff Knight". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2022-01-31.