Kent McCarty is a Republican representative for Mississippi House District 101 , serving since his swearing-in on April 5, 2019. A lifelong resident of Lamar County and owner of Java Moe’s Coffee Company, he is a vocal advocate for education reform, economic development, and government transparency. Notable positions include Vice Chairman of the House Education Committee, and service on committees for Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency; Banking and Financial Services; Conservation and Water Resources; and Universities and Colleges. He serves on the Pine Belt Foundation Board and voted yes on the 2020 Mississippi State Flag change bill.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Graduate of Oak Grove High School and The University of Southern Mississippi .
• Political Experience: Elected to Mississippi House of Representatives for District 101 in 2019; re-elected thereafter as a Republican; committee roles as noted above.