Jeffrey Elmore is a Republican politician and educator who formerly represented North Carolina's 94th House District in the North Carolina House of Representatives from 2013 to 2024. He served as Chairman of Appropriations and on multiple committees, and was honored with the Governor’s School Champion Award for his advocacy in gifted education. Notable roles include president of Professional Educators of North Carolina and board member of the Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission ; he ran unsuccessfully in the 2024 Republican primary for Lieutenant Governor. Currently, he serves as senior policy advisor to Speaker Destin Hall.

Education and Political Experience

• Education and Early Career: Longtime art educator in Wilkes County Schools for 24 years, teaching elementary, middle, and high school students; previously served on the North Wilkesboro planning board and as chairman of the Board of Adjustments.
• Political Experience: Elected North Wilkesboro Town Commissioner in 2007; elected to NC House in 2012, serving until resignation in September 2024; key legislative roles in appropriations and education policy.