Susan Holmes (politician)

Susan Holmes (born October 8, 1942) is an American politician, farmer, former teacher, and former postmaster from Georgia. Holmes is a Republican member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 129th District.

For other people named Susan Holmes, see Susan Holmes (disambiguation).
Susan Holmes
Mayor of Monticello, Georgia
In office
1998–2010
Member of the Georgia House of Representatives
from the 125th district
In office
January 10, 2011 – 2012
Preceded byJim Cole
Member of the Georgia House of Representatives
from the 129th district
Assumed office
January 2013
Preceded byKip Smith
Personal details
Born (1942-10-08) October 8, 1942
Jasper County, Georgia, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Paul Holmes
Children3
Residence(s)Monticello, Georgia
OccupationPolitician, farmer, teacher, postmaster
Known forFirst woman mayor of Monticello, Georgia

Early life

Holmes was born in Jasper County, Georgia. Holmes graduated from Monticello High School.[1]

Education

Holmes earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Education from University of Georgia.[2][1]

Career

Holmes is a cotton and dairy farmer in Jasper County, Georgia. Holmes is a former teacher and postmaster.[3]

In 1998, Holmes became the first woman mayor of Monticello, Georgia, until 2010.[2][4][1]

In January 2007, Holmes was appointed by President George W. Bush as the State Executive Director of the Farm Service Agency for Georgia.[1]

On November 2, 2010, Holmes won the election and became a Republican member of Georgia House of Representatives for District 125. Holmes defeated David Gault with 64.74% of the votes.[1][5][2]

On November 6, 2012, Holmes won the election unopposed and became a Republican member of Georgia House of Representatives for District 129.[6] On November 4, 2014, as an incumbent, Holmes won the election unopposed and continued serving District 129.[7] On November 8, 2016, as an incumbent, Holmes won the election unopposed and continued serving District 129.[8] On November 6, 2018, as an incumbent, Holmes won the election unopposed and continued serving District 129.[9] On November 3, 2020, as an incumbent, Holmes won the election and continued serving District 129. Holmes defeated Sharonda Bell and Joe Reed with 69.61% of the votes.[10][2]

Awards
  • 2001 Citizen of The Year. Presented by Monticello-Jasper County Chamber of Commerce.[11]

Personal life

Holmes' husband is Paul Holmes. They have three children. Holmes and her family live in Monticello, Georgia.[2][1]

References
  1. "Susan Holmes Seeks State Seat". themonticellonews.com. 2010. Retrieved March 3, 2021.
  2. "Susan Holmes' Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved March 3, 2021.
  3. "Susan Holmes named FSA state executive director for Georgia". farmprogress.com. January 19, 2007. Retrieved March 3, 2021.
  4. Womack, Amy Leigh (July 20, 2010). "Holmes wins primary vote for District 125 house seat". macon.com. Retrieved March 3, 2021.
  5. "GA State House 125". ourcampaigns.com. November 2, 2010. Retrieved March 3, 2021.
  6. "GA State House 125". ourcampaigns.com. November 6, 2012. Retrieved March 3, 2021.
  7. "GA State House 125". ourcampaigns.com. November 4, 2014. Retrieved March 3, 2021.
  8. "GA State House 125". ourcampaigns.com. November 8, 2016. Retrieved March 3, 2021.
  9. "GA State House 125". ourcampaigns.com. November 6, 2018. Retrieved March 3, 2021.
  10. "GA State House 125". ourcampaigns.com. November 3, 2020. Retrieved March 3, 2021.
  11. "Past Citizens of the Year - 2001 Susan D. Holmes". jaspercountycoc.com. Retrieved March 3, 2021.
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