Jim Joy is a Republican representative for District 4B in the Minnesota House of Representatives, serving counties including Becker and Clay. Elected in 2022 and currently in his second term, he resides in Hawley with his wife Stephanie and three children. A small business owner, he has served as Mayor of Hawley, reserve police officer, and volunteer firefighter. He holds the position of Assistant Republican Leader and serves as Co-Vice Chair of the Taxes Committee, with additional roles on Transportation Finance and Policy and State Government Finance and Policy.

Education and Political Experience

Limited details are available on formal education. Joy grew up in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. His political experience includes election to the Minnesota House in 2022 for District 4B, leadership as Assistant Republican Leader, and local service as Mayor of Hawley. Prior community roles encompass reserve police officer and volunteer firefighter while operating small businesses in northwest Minnesota.