Jim Coley

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Jim Coley (b. February 11, 1951 in Houston, Texas) is an American politician and a Republican member of the Tennessee House of Representatives for the 97th district, which encompasses part of Shelby County. ^[1]

[edit] Education and career

Jim Coley was first elected to the 105th Tennessee General Assembly (2007-2008). He is a member of the House Education Committee, the House State and Local Committee, the House State Government Subcommittee, the House Higher Education Subcommittee, and the House Special Initiatives Subcommittee. Rep. Coley currently works as a teacher at Bolton High School. He graduated from Memphis State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree with honors. He obtained his Master of Arts degree in Teaching from the University of Memphis. ^[1]

[edit] Family

Rep. Coley's immediate family consists of his wife, Paula Coley, a CPA, and his son and daughter, Evan and Erin respectively.

[edit] References

1. ^ ^{a b} "Tennessee House Member". Retrieved on September 12, 2007.

Preceded by Tre Hargett

Tennessee State Representative, 97th District 2006–

Succeeded by Incumbent