Bill Jenkin

Bill Jenkin is an American politician and businessman who served as a member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 16th district, which includes portions of Benton, Columbia, Franklin, and Walla Walla counties from 2017 to 2021.

Bill Jenkin
Member of the
Washington House of Representatives
from the 16th district
In office
January 9, 2017 – January 11, 2021
Preceded byMaureen Walsh
Succeeded byMark Klicker
Personal details
BornSan Diego, California, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
EducationUniversity of Redlands (BBA)

Early life and education

Jenkin was born and raised in San Diego, California. He earned a bachelor's degree in business management from the University of Redlands.[1]

Career

Jenkin relocated to Prosser, Washington, in 2007, where he established a winery. He was elected to the Washington House of Representatives in 2016 and assumed office on January 9, 2017. Jenkin succeeded Maureen Walsh, who was elected to the Washington State Senate. In November 2019, Jenkin announced that he would not seek re-election in 2020 and would instead run for the Washington State Senate.[2]

References
  1. "About Rep. Bill Jenkin". Washington State Republicans. Retrieved June 21, 2020.
  2. LeValley, Chloe (November 7, 2019). "Sen. Maureen Walsh says she won't seek re-election". Walla Walla Union-Bulletin. Retrieved June 21, 2020.


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