James Matthew Hatchett (born April 12, 1966) is an

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businessman and politician from Georgia. Hatchett is a

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member of the

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from the 150th District.

Early life

Hatchett was born in

Dublin, Georgia Dublin is a city in Laurens County, Georgia, United States. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 16,074. It is the county seat of Laurens County. History The original settlement was named after Dublin, Ireland. Dublin, accordi ...

. Hatchett graduated from Dublin High School.

Education

In 1988, Hatchett earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Mathematics from Presbyterian College.

Career

Hatchett is a businessman. In 1999, Hatchett became a city councilman of

until 2009. On November 2, 2010, Hatchett won the election and became a

member of

for District 143. Hatchett defeated Pablo Santamaria with 54.71% of the vote. On November 6, 2012, Hatchett won the election and became a

member of

for District 150. On November 4, 2014, as an incumbent, Hatchett won the election unopposed and continued serving District 150. On November 8, 2016, as an incumbent, Hatchett won the election unopposed and continued serving District 150. On November 6, 2018, as an incumbent, Hatchett won the election unopposed and continued serving District 150. On November 3, 2020, as an incumbent, Hatchett won the election unopposed and continued serving District 150. Hatchett is a Majority Caucus Chairman of Georgia Republican Party.

Personal life

Hatchett's wife is Kim Hatchett. They have two children. Hatchett and his family live in

References

External links

Matt Hatchett at ballotpedia.org

Matt Hatchett at gahousegop.org

votehatchett.com

Matt Hatchett at dlcda.com

Matt Hatchett at hometownhealthonline.com
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