Jacey Jetton

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Jacey Ray Jetton (born September 14, 1983) is an American politician and business owner who served as a member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 26th district. Jetton was first elected in November 2020 and assumed office in January 2021.[1] He is a member of the Republican Party. Jetton previously served as the chairman of the Fort Bend County Republican Party. Jetton, who is Korean American through one parent, was the first Asian American county chair in Texas history.[2]

Preceded byRick Miller
Succeeded byMatt Morgan
BornJacey Ray Jetton
(1983-09-14) September 14, 1983 (age 42)
Quick facts Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 26th district, Preceded by ...
Jacey Jetton
Member of the Texas House of Representatives
from the 26th district
In office
January 12, 2021  January 14, 2025
Preceded byRick Miller
Succeeded byMatt Morgan
Personal details
BornJacey Ray Jetton
(1983-09-14) September 14, 1983 (age 42)
PartyRepublican
SpouseFanny
Children2
Alma materFlorida Institute of Technology (BA)
OccupationBusiness owner
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In 2021, Jetton authored legislation that would prohibit drive-thru voting, which had been introduced in Harris County, Texas, during the COVID-19 pandemic.[3]

In 2023, Jetton, a member of the Army National Guard, was called to active duty. Under the provisions of the Texas Constitution, any member of the Texas Legislature called into active duty can name his/her replacement to serve in the interim; Jetton named his wife Fanny to fill that role.[4] In 2024, Jetton ran a rematch of the 2020 election against challenger, Matt Morgan, which he lost 54% to 39%.[5][6]

On September 12th, 2025, Jetton announced he would no longer run for the position of Fort Bend County Judge in the 2026 election.[7]

On December 1st, 2025, Jetton announced his candidacy for congress in Texas' 22nd district.[8] Less than a week after the candidacy announcement, President Trump endorsed congressman Troy Nehls' brother, Trever Nehls, leading Jetton to drop out of the race. [9]

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