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Lataisha Jackson

Lataisha Jackson

Dem

State Assembly · House District 11

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Biography

Lataisha M. Jackson is a Democratic member of the Mississippi State House of Representatives, representing District 11 since 2013. Born on August 4, 1983, in Fort Ord, California, she resides in Como, Mississippi, and is a Baptist. She serves as a member of the Appropriations Committee, Vice Chair of the Investigate State Offices Committee, and holds positions on the Judiciary B Committee, Judiciary En Banc Committee, Local and Private Legislation Committee, and Public Property Committee. Previously, she was involved in committees such as Agriculture, Energy, and Performance Based Budgeting. As CEO/President of E.D.U.C.A.T.E. Incorporated since 2009, she prioritizes economic development, education advancement, small business opportunities, industry recruitment, and expanded after-school programs. She is also Vice President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and a member of Askew Grove Baptist Church, with interests in lecturing, motivational speaking, project management, traveling, fine dining, and cultural activities.

Education and Political Experience

  • Education: BA in English Language/Arts Education from Alabama State University ; MA in Education Leadership from Alabama State University; Attending JD at University of Mississippi .
  • Political Experience: Elected to Mississippi State House of Representatives, District 11 ; Candidate for re-election .

Committees

7 assignments
Appropriations A member
Appropriations B member
Investigate State Offices member
Judiciary B member
Local and Private Legislation member
Public Property member
Universities and Colleges member

At a glance

Office
State Assembly
District
House District 11
Born
August 4, 1983 (42 years old)
Mailing
State Capitol 400 High St., Jackson, MS 39201