James Wilson Neal (born July 2, 1963) is an American member businessman, politician, and former pastor who served as a member of the

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. He represented the 1st and 2nd House District from 2005 through 2013.(Required paid registration)

Early life and education

Neal was born in

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. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Emannuel Theological Seminary.

Career

In 1989, Neal was a pastor of Gordon Lake Wesleyan Church until 2009. Neal was also a realtor. On November 2, 2004, Neal was elected to the

for District 1. On November 7, 2006, as an incumbent, Neal won the election and continued serving District 1. On November 4, 2008, as an incumbent, Neal won the election and continued serving District 1. On November 2, 2010, as an incumbent, Neal won the election and continued serving District 1. On November 6, 2012, Neal won the election unopposed and became a

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member of

for District 2. In November 2013, Neal resigned from the

to accept an appointment by Georgia governor

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to be executive director of the state's Office of Transition. In November 2016, Neal was appointed by Georgia governor to be the executive director for the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council.

Personal life

Neal's wife is Gretchen Neal. They have two children.

References

External links

Jay Neal at ballotpedia.org
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Early life and education

Career

Personal life

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