Clay Mansell is a Republican member of the Mississippi House of Representatives, representing District 56 , a position he has held since 2024. Born on July 4, 1976, he is an entrepreneur and small business owner with ownership in several local eateries, ten hyper-local community newspapers in Hinds and Madison Counties, a Dippin Dots franchise, Mansell Media marketing agency, and Panda Properties mini-storage facility. His priorities include responsible management of taxpayer dollars, job creation, economic development, education, public safety, infrastructure, and support for Mississippi's foster care system—his family has fostered eleven children and adopted one over the last four years. Notable legislative achievement: Sponsored HB1200, signed into law in 2025, clarifying that squatters have no property rights under Mississippi law.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Mississippi College in 1999; named Young Alumnus of the Year.
• Political Experience: Elected to the Mississippi House in 2024, succeeding long-term Representative Philip Gunn; serves on committees related to public safety and criminal justice, supporting law enforcement resources.
• Notable Awards and Positions:
  • Small Business of the Year, Clinton Chamber of Commerce
  • Outstanding New Business of the Year, Mississippi Main Street
  • Top 40 Entrepreneur, Mississippi Business Journal
  • Distinguished Service Award, Clinton Chamber of Commerce
  • Business of the Year, Northpark Mall
• Community Leadership:
  • Chair, Board of Trustees, Merit Health Central Hospital
  • Vice President, Clinton Chamber of Commerce
  • Immediate Past President, Mississippi College Alumni Association
  • Treasurer, Main Street Clinton
  • Board member, Hinds Community College Foundation
  • Board member, Clinton Christian Community Corporation
  • Board member, Mississippi Brilla Soccer Ministries