James K. "Jim" Hawkins is a Democratic State Representative serving Massachusetts's 2nd Bristol District, which includes Wards 1, 2, 3 Precinct A, 4, 5, and 6 in Attleboro, Bristol County. A longtime Attleboro resident and homeowner for over 40 years, he is currently in his 5th term, having won re-election in 2024 with 68% of the vote. Hawkins is a retired Attleboro High School math teacher and former adjunct professor of financial literacy. Notable achievements include securing annual budget funding for Attleboro since 2018, obtaining grants for firefighter cancer screenings, contributing to the Student Opportunity Act for vulnerable schools, advocating for MCAS testing reforms, and earmarking funds for a chronic homelessness facility with social services.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Graduate of Colby College; MBA from Providence College.
• Political Experience: Elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives in 2018 for the 2nd Bristol District; serves from Room 472 at the State House. Fierce advocate for public education, local businesses, working people, and the vulnerable; re-elected in 2024.