Chris Turner (Texas politician)

Chris Turner is a Democratic member of the Texas House of Representatives, serving since 2013. Turner also served from 2008 to 2010.[1] Turner previously worked for former Congressman Chet Edwards,[2] and had a career as a public relations consultant.[1] Turner was elected chair of the House Democratic Caucus in 2013.[1] Texas Democrats consider Turner a potential future statewide candidate.[3]

Chris Turner
Minority Leader of the Texas House of Representatives
Assumed office
January 30, 2017
Preceded byYvonne Davis
Member of the Texas House of Representatives
from the 101st district
Assumed office
January 8, 2013
Preceded byCindy Burkett
Member of the Texas House of Representatives
from the 96th district
In office
January 13, 2009 – January 11, 2011
Preceded byBill Zedler
Succeeded byBill Zedler
Personal details
Born (1972-10-10) October 10, 1972
Sherman, Texas, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Lisa
ResidenceGrand Prairie
EducationUniversity of Texas, Austin (BA)
WebsiteCampaign website

References
  1. Montgomery, Dave (January 29, 2013). "Rep. Chris Turner named to leadership post in Austin". Star-Telegram. Retrieved March 27, 2014.
  2. "Chris Turner's Biography". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved November 22, 2013.
  3. Livingston, Abby (March 27, 2014). "In Lone Star State, High Hopes for Rising Democrats". Roll Call. Retrieved March 27, 2014.
Texas House of Representatives
Preceded by
Yvonne Davis		 Minority Leader of the Texas House of Representatives
2017–present		 Incumbent
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