DeWayne Burns
DeWayne Burns | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 58th district | |
| Assumed office January 13, 2015 | |
| Preceded by | Robert Orr |
| Personal details | |
| Born | DeWayne Christopher Burns June 22, 1972 |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Jennifer |
| Children | 3 |
| Residence(s) | Cleburne, Texas, U.S. |
| Education | Tarleton State University (BS) |
DeWayne Christopher Burns (born June 22, 1972) is an American politician serving as a member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 58th district. He was defeated by Helen Kerwin by 56% to 44% on May 28, 2024, in the Republican primary runoff for the Texas House of Representatives for the 58th District.[1]
Early life and education
[edit]Burns was raised on a farm in Johnson County, Texas. He graduated from Cleburne High School in 1990.[2] After attending Texas A&M University, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural services and development from Tarleton State University.[3]
Career
[edit]After graduating from college, Burns worked for the Texas Grain and Feed Association. He later joined the staff of representatives Arlene Wohlgemuth and Gary Walker as a legislative analyst. He later joined the Texas Department of Agriculture, working under then-Commissioner Rick Perry as coordinator for special issues.[2] Burns was elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2014 and assumed office in 2015. Burns also serves as chair of the House Agriculture and Livestock Committee.[4]
References
[edit]- ^ Texas Election Results Tracker: May 28, 2024 Runoff Election, The Texan, May 28, 2024.
- ^ a b Representatives, Texas House of. "Texas House of Representatives DeWayne Burns". www.house.texas.gov. Archived from the original on May 6, 2017. Retrieved May 8, 2021.
- ^ "Rep. DeWayne Burns - Texas State Directory Online". www.txdirectory.com. Retrieved May 8, 2021.
- ^ "DeWayne Burns". Ballotpedia. Retrieved May 8, 2021.
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