David Jenkins | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Georgia House of Representatives | |
| Assumed office January 11, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Bob Trammell |
| Constituency | 132nd district (2021–2023) 136th district (2023–present) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | David Glenn Jenkins March 7, 1971 |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Cat Jenkins |
| Education | Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (BS) |
David Glenn Jenkins (born March 7, 1971) is an American politician, a helicopter pilot, and former police officer from Georgia. Jenkins is a Republican member of Georgia House of Representatives for District 132.
Education
In 2008, Jenkins earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Management from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.[1]
Career
Jenkins is a former Clayton County police officer. In early 2000 Jenkins started training to become a helicopter pilot in the United States Army. He graduated from Warrant Officer School and went on to serve with the 101st Airborne Division , nicknamed the "Screaming Eagles" at Fort Campbell, KY as a Chinook Pilot. Jenkins is now a life-flight helicopter pilot.[1]
On November 3, 2020, Jenkins won the election and became a Republican member of Georgia House of Representatives for District 132. Jenkins defeated the Georgia Minority House Leader Bob Trammell.[2][3][4][1]
Personal life
Jenkins' wife is Catherine Jenkins. They live near Luthersville, on their farm, Jenkins Farms Meriwether County, Georgia.[2][1]
References
- 1 2 3 4 "David Jenkins' Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved March 2, 2021.
- 1 2 Campbell, Sarah Fay (November 6, 2020). "Jenkins flips HD 132 in close race". times-herald.com. Retrieved March 2, 2021.
- ↑ Riggall, Hunter (November 4, 2020). "David Jenkins ousts Minority Leader Bob Trammell". lagrangenews.com. Retrieved March 2, 2021.
- ↑ "Representative David Jenkins". legis.ga.gov. Retrieved March 2, 2021.
