Rebecca Burkes | |
|---|---|
| Member of the
Arkansas House of Representatives from the 11th district | |
| Assumed office January 9, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Megan Godfrey |
| Personal details | |
| Born | ~1968 [1] |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Aaron Burkes |
| Residence | Springdale, Arkansas |
| Education |
University of Texas (
BA) University of Arkansas ( MS) Baylor University ( JD) |
| Profession | Attorney and Business Owner |
Rebecca Burkes is an American politician who has served as a member of the Arkansas House of Representatives since January 9, 2023. She represents Arkansas' 11th House district. [2]
Electoral history
She was elected on November 8, 2022, in the 2022 Arkansas House of Representatives election against Democratic opponent Rey Hernandez. She assumed office on January 9, 2023.
Biography
Burkes grew up in Richardson, Texas. She earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Texas, a Master of Science in Operations Management from the University of Arkansas, and a Juris Doctor from Baylor University. She married Aaron Burkes, a former Arkansas state representative. [3]
References
- ^ "Burkes to run for open state House seat in Springdale, Lowell". Arkansas Online. 2021-12-02. Retrieved 2023-10-16.
- ^ "Rebecca Burkes - Arkansas House of Representatives". www.arkansashouse.org. Retrieved 21 October 2023.
- ^ "Rebecca Burkes". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2023-10-16.
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