Brent Jackson

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William Brent Jackson

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign State Senate
Date of Birth November 8, 1957 (Age: 68)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
Community
Analysis
Personal Background

Brent Jackson has established a robust background in agriculture and public service. He co-founded and leads Jackson Farming Company, Inc., and has held significant leadership roles in various agricultural organizations. Jackson has also served in multiple capacities within his community, including as Chair of the Senate Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resources Committee and Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee. His extensive involvement in agricultural boards and community organizations underscores his deep commitment to rural and agricultural issues.

Political Ideas

Brent Jackson's political identity is shaped by an unusual blend of staunch agricultural advocacy and progressive healthcare initiatives. His legislative efforts to fund agriculture science centers and support hemp farming juxtapose with his commitment to expanding Medicaid services and affordable higher education. Jackson's unwavering defense of Second Amendment rights contrasts with his focus on job creation through tax cuts and regulatory reductions. This ideological agility reveals a highly localized approach, balancing regional agricultural interests with broader social welfare goals.

Campaigns
2024: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina Senate 9th district general election, 2024

68,632 votes (65.03%)

Win

North Carolina Senate 9th district general election, 2024

68,632 votes (65.03%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Agriculture, Energy, and Environment
Chair
Appropriations/Base Budget
Chair
Commerce and Insurance
Member
Elections
Member
Finance
Member
Regulatory Reform
Member
Rules and Operations of the Senate
Member
Select Committee on Nominations
Member
Agriculture and Forestry Awareness Study Commission
Co-Chair
Environmental Review Commission
Member
Joint Legislative Commission on Governmental Operations
Member
Revenue Laws Study Committee
Member
Joint Legislative Economic Development and Global Engagement Oversight Committee
Member
Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on the North Carolina State Lottery
Member
Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Agriculture and Natural and Economic Resources
Co-Chair
Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Capital Improvements
Co-Chair
Governmental Operations, Subcommittee on Hurricane Response and Recovery
Co-Chair
2022: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina Senate 9th district general election, 2022

50,252 votes (100.00%)

Win
2020: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina Senate 10th district general election, 2020

56,740 votes (65.09%)

Win
2018: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

2018 North Carolina Senate election, district 10

33,366 votes (62.46%)

Win
2016: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina Senate 10th district general election, 2016

56,610 votes (100.00%)

Win
2014: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina Senate 10th district general election, 2014

31,239 votes (62.46%)

Win
2012: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina Senate 10th district general election, 2012

48,772 votes (100.00%)

Win
2010: North Carolina State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

North Carolina Senate 10th district general election

25,342 votes (52.24%)

Win

North Carolina Senate 10th district Republican primary election

4,374 votes (53.06%)

Win