Timothy Jennings
American politician
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Timothy Zeph Jennings (born September 4, 1950) is an American politician currently serving as Mayor of Roswell, New Mexico.[1] He served as a member of the New Mexico Senate for the 32nd district from 1978 to 2012.[2]
Creighton University (BS)
Timothy Z. Jennings | |
|---|---|
| Member of the New Mexico Senate from the 32nd district | |
| In office 1978–2012 | |
| Succeeded by | Cliff Pirtle |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 4, 1950 Roswell, New Mexico, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Education | New Mexico Military Institute (AS) Creighton University (BS) |
Early life and education
Jennings was born in Roswell, New Mexico, in 1950. He graduated from the New Mexico Military Institute in 1968 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from Creighton University in 1972.[3]
Career
Jennings served as majority whip from 1992 through 1996. Governor Susana Martinez heavily opposed him in the 2012 election and he was defeated by Republican Cliff Pirtle.[4][5] Jennings is a friend of Republican National Committee member Harvey Yates Jr., who withdrew his support from Martinez after the 2012 election.[6] After leaving the legislature, Jennings became a lobbyist in the healthcare industry.[7]
