Jill Dutton is an American politician who is the representative for the 2nd district in the Texas House of Representatives. She is a member of the Republican Party.[1]
Jill Dutton | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 2nd district | |
| Assumed office February 14, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Bryan Slaton |
| Succeeded by | Brent Money (elect) |
| Personal details | |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Republican |
Political career
editDutton previously served as the president of the Republican Women of Van Zandt and as a trustee of the Van Independent School District.[1]
Following the resignation of Republican Bryan Slaton on May 8, 2023,[2] Dutton ran in the November 7, 2023, special election held to succeed him. No candidate received a majority of votes, with Dutton advancing to a runoff against fellow Republican Brent Money.[1]
Dutton was supported by Congressman Lance Gooden, former Governor Rick Perry, local elected officials and grassroots supporters in her campaign, while Money received support from governor Greg Abbott, attorney general Ken Paxton, and many people on the far-right. Dutton narrowly defeated Money in the runoff, held on January 30, 2024.[1] She was sworn into office on February 14, 2024.[3]
Dutton ran for re-election but was defeated by Money in the Republican primary on March 5, 2024.[4]
References
edit- ^ a b c d Svitek, Patrick (January 30, 2024). "Voters in northeast Texas choose Jill Dutton over Brent Money for special election runoff". The Texas Tribune. Retrieved February 1, 2024.
- ^ Barragán, James (8 May 2023). "State. Rep. Bryan Slaton resigns ahead of expulsion vote over inappropriate relationship with aide". The Texas Tribune. Retrieved 8 May 2023.
- ^ Hoffman, Nolan (February 14, 2024). "Jill Dutton sworn-in as House District 2 Rep. ahead of March Primary Election". KETK-TV. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
- ^ Downey, Renzo (February 5, 2024). "In a sharp reversal, North Texas voters pick Brent Money over Jill Dutton in House GOP primary". The Texas Tribune. Retrieved March 19, 2024.