Joey Garcia Explained

Joey Garcia
Birth Date: January 30, 1983
Birth Place:Marietta, Ohio, U.S.
Term Start:December 1, 2020
Spouse:Heather Hoelscher
Education:West Virginia University (BA, JD)
Party:Democratic
Constituency:50th district (2020–2022)
76th district (2022–present)
Predecessor:
Office:Member of the West Virginia House of Delegates

Joey Garcia (born January 30, 1983) is an American attorney and politician, serving as a member of the West Virginia House of Delegates from the 50th district. Elected in November 2020, he assumed office on December 1, 2020.

Early life and education

Garcia was born in Marietta, Ohio, and raised in Fairmont, West Virginia. After graduating from Fairmont Senior High School, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from West Virginia University, and a Juris Doctor from the West Virginia University College of Law.[1]

Career

Garcia has worked as a personal injury attorney at the Manchin Law Group, a firm founded by Tim Manchin. He previously served as senior counsel for legislation and policy, and the director of legislative affairs for Governor Jim Justice.[2] Garcia was elected to the West Virginia House of Delegates in November 2020 and assumed office on December 1, 2020. He also serves as vice minority chair of the House Technology & Infrastructure Committee, as well as the House Workforce Development Committee.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Joey Garcia (D - Marion, 50). 2021-06-16. www.wvlegislature.gov.
  2. Web site: Joey Garcia. 2021-06-16. Manchin Law. en-US.
  3. Web site: Joey Garcia. 2021-06-16. Ballotpedia. en.