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Jarred Cannon

Jarred Cannon

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State Assembly · House District 21

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Biography

Jarred Cannon is a Republican Delegate representing District 21 in the West Virginia House of Delegates. Born on December 23, 1997, in Huntington, West Virginia, he is a lifelong West Virginian with family roots dating back to the state's founding. As a business owner of a public relations firm focused on energy, healthcare, and higher education sectors, Cannon prioritizes rebuilding roads and bridges, expanding fiber internet access, and upholding conservative values.

Education and Political Experience

  • Education: B.A. from West Virginia University, where he was a product of the public school system.
  • Political Experience: Began career as campaign manager for Congressman and Supreme Court Justice Evan Jenkins; served as Victory Director for the West Virginia Republican Party, aiding conservative supermajorities; appointed to the House of Delegates by Governor Jim Justice after winning the May primary; lead sponsor of 9 bills in 2025, including HB 2165 .
  • Affiliations and Notable Positions: Board Member and Fundraising Chair of the Lincoln Legacy Foundation; Board Member of the Ohio-West Virginia Youth Leadership Association , both focused on civic education for youth.

Committees

5 assignments
Pensions and Retirement member
Finance member
Finance member
Government Organization member
Government Organization member

At a glance

Office
State Assembly
District
House District 21
Born
December 23, 1997 (28 years old)
Mailing
State Capitol Room 151R, Complex, Building 1 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East, Charleston, WV 25305