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DeWayne Burns

DeWayne Burns

Texas legislator

DeWayne Christopher Burns (born June 22, 1972) is an American politician serving as a member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 58th district. Elected in 2014, he assumed office in 2015.

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Early life and education

Burns was raised on a farm in Johnson County, Texas. He graduated from Cleburne High School in 1990.[1] After attending Texas A&M University, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural services and development from Tarleton State University.[2]

Career

After graduating from college, Burns worked for the Texas Grain and Feed Association. He later joined the staff of representatives Arlene Wohlgemuth and Gary Walker as a legislative analyst. He later joined the Texas Department of Agriculture, working under then-Commissioner Rick Perry as coordinator for special issues.[1] Burns was elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2014 and assumed office in 2015. Burns also serves as chair of the House Agriculture and Livestock Committee.[3]

References

  1. [1]
    Representatives, Texas House of. "Texas House of Representatives DeWayne Burns". www.house.texas.gov. Archived from the original on May 6, 2017. Retrieved May 8, 2021.
  2. [2]
    "Rep. DeWayne Burns - Texas State Directory Online". www.txdirectory.com. Retrieved May 8, 2021.
  3. [3]
    "DeWayne Burns". Ballotpedia. Retrieved May 8, 2021.
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