Willie Mack Jackson is a Democratic member of the Georgia House of Representatives for District 128, serving since his election on November 4, 2008. Born and raised in Sandersville, Washington County, Georgia, he is married to Valarie Jackson and has two sons, Michael and Daryl. Jackson worked for the State of Georgia for 34 years, retiring in March 2006 as a probation officer III with the Department of Corrections; he is a part owner of BenchMark Partners, LLC, and serves as pastor of St. James Christian Fellowship, Inc. Notable positions include chair of the Rural Development Council, service on eight legislative committees such as Transportation and Subcommittee on Economic Development, and involvement with the Georgia Justice Project to help expunge criminal records. He has sponsored 158 bills and is known for votes like supporting Georgia House Bill 481 as the only House Democrat and backing measures like the Rural Physician Tax Credit . Jackson announced his retirement from the legislature effective January 2027 after 18 years of service.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Attended Albany State College for two years ; earned a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Georgia College and State University .
• Political Experience: Elected to Georgia House District 128 in 2008; re-elected through 2024; focused on rural development, healthcare access , economic prosperity for rural areas, and criminal justice reform.