John_T._Smithee

John T. Smithee

John T. Smithee

Texas legislator

John T. Smithee (born September 7, 1951)[1] is an American politician and attorney serving as a member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 86th district. Elected in November 1984, he assumed office in January 1985.

Quick Facts Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 86th district, Preceded by ...

Education

Smithee earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from West Texas A&M University and a Juris Doctor from the Texas Tech University School of Law.[2]

Career

After graduating from law school, Smithee has worked as a businessman and attorney.[3] He was elected to the Texas House of Representatives in November 1984 and assumed office in January 1985. During the 2017 legislative session, Smithee served as chair of the Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence Committee.[4]

On May 27, 2023, Smithee voted no to impeach Ken Paxton.[5]

References

  1. [1]
    "John Smithee's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved May 7, 2021.
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    "John Smithee". Ballotpedia. Retrieved May 7, 2021.
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    "John T. Smithee". texasbar.com. Retrieved May 7, 2021.
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    "Profile: John Smithee, Republican State Representative, District 86". The Amarillo Pioneer. January 17, 2018. Retrieved May 7, 2021.
  5. [5]
    Astudillo, Carla and Chris Essig. Ken Paxton was impeached by the Texas House. See how each representative voted., Texas Tribune, May 27, 2023.
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