Jim Tucker (Louisiana politician)

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Jim Tucker
Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives
Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives
from the 86th district
In office
January 14, 2008 – January 9, 2012
Preceded byJoe R. Salter
Succeeded byChuck Kleckley
In office
2001–2012
Preceded byStephen J. Windhorst
Succeeded byRodney Lyons
Personal details
Born
James Wayne Tucker

(1964-11-11) November 11, 1964 (age 59)
New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
SpouseMarisol
Children2
EducationUniversity of New Orleans (BS)
ProfessionInvestment banker, real estate developer, CEO

James Wayne "Jim" Tucker (born November 11, 1964) is an American politician and businessman who served as a Republican member of the Louisiana House of Representatives, representing the 86th District from 2002 to 2012.[1] He served as Speaker of the House from 2008 to 2012, succeeding Joe R. Salter and preceding Chuck Kleckley.[2]

Tucker was born in New Orleans, Louisiana.[3] He attended Louisiana State University (LSU) and later graduated from the University of New Orleans with a degree in finance.[4]

Tucker began his career in investment banking and real estate development before entering politics.[5]

He was first elected to the Louisiana House of Representatives in 2001, winning a special election to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of Stephen J. Windhorst.[5] He was subsequently re-elected in 2003 and 2007 without opposition.[5] As Speaker, he played a significant role in steering the House's legislative agenda, often opposing tax increases and supporting business-friendly policies.[4] He was known for his efforts to convert state retirement plans for new hires from defined benefit plans to defined contribution plans, aiming for greater fiscal sustainability.[5]

In 2011, Tucker ran for Louisiana Secretary of State but was narrowly defeated by the incumbent, Tom Schedler.[2][6] Tucker received 49.53% of the vote, while Schedler secured 50.47%.[6]

After leaving the legislature, Tucker transitioned to the business sector. In 2015, he was appointed CEO of CommCare Corp., a company managing geriatric care facilities based in New Orleans.[7]

Tucker is married to Marisol, and they have two children. The family resides in Terrytown, Louisiana.[5]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Jim Tucker". Ballotpedia. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
  2. ^ a b "Representative Jim Tucker Confirmed as Next Louisiana House Speaker". WAFB. 2007-11-20. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
  3. ^ "Legislator's Algiers apartment deal receives state-approved bond money". The Lens. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
  4. ^ a b "In Louisiana, More Than a Third of Ex-Lawmakers Continue to Try to Influence Their Old Colleagues". ProPublica. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
  5. ^ a b c d e "Rep. Tucker, Jim". Louisiana Governmental Studies. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
  6. ^ a b "Louisiana Secretary of State - Election Results". Louisiana Secretary of State. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
  7. ^ report, Advocate staff (2015-07-20). "CommCare names Jim Tucker as president, CEO". NOLA.com. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
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