Mike Jackson (Texas politician)
James Michael Jackson, known as Mike Jackson (born 20 August 1953)[1] is a Republican former member of the Texas Senate representing the 11th District. He was also the President pro tempore of the Texas Senate, before running the United States House of Representatives in 2012. In this capacity, he was an acting governor of Texas while Governor Rick Perry campaigned for U.S. President and Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst was on holiday or campaigned for Perry.[2]
James Michael "Mike" Jackson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Texas Senate from the 11th district | |
| In office 1999–2013 | |
| Preceded by | Jerry E. Patterson |
| Succeeded by | Larry Taylor |
| Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 129th district | |
| In office 1989–1999 | |
| Preceded by | Ed R. Watson |
| Succeeded by | John E. Davis |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 20, 1953 Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Vickie |
| Children | Vic and Michelle |
| Residence(s) | Shoreacres, Texas |
| Alma mater | Louisiana Tech University Louisiana State University |
| Occupation | President, Industrial Construction Company |
| Profession | Contractor |
Education
Jackson attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge and Louisiana Tech University in Ruston.[3]
Political experience
Jackson has had the following political experience:
- Candidate, United States House of Representatives of Texas' 36th congressional district, 2012
- Texas State Senator, 1999–2013
- Texas State Representative, 1989-1999[3]
Most recent legislative committees
Jackson has been a member of the following committees:
- Agriculture and Rural Affairs
- Business and Commerce
- Committee of the Whole Senate
- Economic Development (Chair)
- Natural Resources
- State Affairs[3]
Caucuses/Non-Legislative committees
Mike Jackson was a member of the following committees:
- Member, Deer Park Community Advisory Council
- Texas Delegate, Energy Council
- Member, Environment Committee
- Member, La Porte Mayor's Advisory Committee
- Member, Lottery Commission
- Member, Redistricting and Elections Committee
- Member, Sunset Advisory Commission
- Co-Chair, Texas Conservative Coalition's Task Force on Transportation
- Member, Texas Windstorm Insurance Legislative Oversight Board
- Workers Compensation Commission[3]
Professional experience
Mike Jackson has had the following professional experience:
- President, Force Corporation
- Industrial Construction and Maintenance[3]
Election history
Senate election history of Jackson.[4]
2004
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Mike Jackson (Incumbent) | 177,554 | 100.00 | +13.70 | |
| Majority | 177,554 | 100.00 | +27.40 | ||
| Turnout | 177,554 | +48.47 | |||
| Republican hold | |||||
2002
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Mike Jackson (Incumbent) | 103,204 | 86.30 | +29.20 | |
| Libertarian | Michael Rubin | 16,384 | 13.70 | +13.70 | |
| Majority | 86,820 | 72.60 | +58.39 | ||
| Turnout | 119,588 | +7.55 | |||
| Republican hold | |||||
1998
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Mike Jackson | 63,492 | 57.10 | +1.50 | |
| Democratic | Edward Wesley | 47,696 | 42.90 | -1.50 | |
| Majority | 15,796 | 14.21 | +3.00 | ||
| Turnout | 111,188 | -16.40 | |||
| Republican hold | |||||
References
- Office of the Secretary of State (Texas) (2002-09-13). "State Senate Candidates for 2002 General Election". Archived from the original on 2008-02-13. Retrieved 2006-12-26.
- "Obscure Houston-area legislator's filled in as Texas governor during Perry's tour of Iowa". Dallas Morning News. 3 January 2012. Retrieved 5 January 2012.
- "Senator Mike Jackson's Biography". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved 27 October 2012.
- Uncontested primary elections are not shown.
- "2004 General Election". Office of the Secretary of State (Texas). Archived from the original on 2014-01-09. Retrieved 2007-01-03.
- "2002 General Election". Office of the Secretary of State (Texas). Archived from the original on 2014-01-09. Retrieved 2007-01-03.
- "1998 General Election". Office of the Secretary of State (Texas). Archived from the original on 2014-01-09. Retrieved 2007-01-03.
External links
- Senate of Texas - Senator Mike Jackson official TX Senate website
- Senator Jackson's Campaign Website
- Project Vote Smart - Senator Mike Jackson (TX) profile
- Follow the Money - Mike Jackson
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