Jay Wasson
American politician
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Jay Wasson (born October 24, 1956) is an American politician and businessman who served as a member of the Missouri Senate for the 20th district from 2011 to 2019.[1] Previously, Wasson served four terms in the Missouri House of Representatives (2002–2010).[2]
Jay Wasson | |
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| Member of the Missouri Senate from the 20th district | |
| In office January 5, 2011 – November 1, 2018 | |
| Preceded by | Dan Clemens |
| Succeeded by | Eric Burlison |
| Member of the Missouri House of Representatives from the 141st district | |
| In office January 8, 2003 – January 5, 2011 | |
| Preceded by | Judy Berkstresser |
| Succeeded by | Kevin Elmer |
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| Born | October 24, 1956 Springfield, Missouri, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Retha |
| Education | Drury University |
Early life and education
Born in nearby Springfield, Jay Wasson was raised in Nixa, Missouri. His ancestors settled in Nixa in 1867.[3] After graduation from Nixa Public High School in 1974, Wasson attended Drury University.[4]
Career
Outside of politics, Wasson works as a real estate developer.[citation needed] He is also a company officer for St. John's Health Systems, Inc.[citation needed]
Missouri Legislature
Wasson first entered statewide politics in 2002, winning the first of four consecutive terms to the Missouri House of Representatives. Term-limited by Missouri law from running for Representative again, Wasson mounted a successful campaign in 2010 for the Missouri Senate, defeating Democrat Terry Traw to replace term-limited Senator Dan Clemens.[5][6] During his tenure in the Senate, Wasson served as chair of the Economic Development Committee.[7]
2022 congressional election
In September 2021, Wasson declared his candidacy for Missouri's 7th congressional district in the 2022 election.[8]
Personal life
Wasson and his wife, Retha, live in Nixa.[3]