Jon Burns

Jon Burns REPRepublican

State Representative, District 159

Profile Photo
Jon BurnsREPRepublican State Representative, District 159
71
Years of Age
20
Years of Experience
GAResidence (state)

Jon G. Burns (born September 4, 1952) is an American politician from Georgia and the speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives since January 2023. Burns is a Republican member of the Georgia House of Representatives from District 159. Burns previously served District 157. Burns was the former Republican majority leader of Georgia House of Representatives, being succeeded by Chuck Efstration upon his election as speaker of the House of Representatives. He was selected as the speaker in November 2022, succeeding David Ralston due to his death.

Voterly's Issue Scores  (1 - 3 of 3)

Below lists the position this politician has taken on a political issue. The star rating represents the politician's prioritization and action on the issue based on data collected by relevant interest groups. Select an issue to view a more in-depth explanation of each rating.

Special Interest Group Ratings

Interest Groups That SUPPORT
Rating
Interest Groups That OPPOSE
Rating
Average Score

Disclaimer: A special interest group's positions on issues are gathered from various reputable sources including the organization's website, social media accounts, press releases, and other public communications. Special interest group politician ratings are provided by VoteSmart.org. Positions and ratings are subject to change and we may experience delays, interruptions, or errors, as a result. If you believe this information is inaccurate, please submit a problem report. Submit Report.

0 / 3
Education4 - 4 of 2
Georgia Southern University
Bachelor Political Science
John Marshall Law School
Juris Doctor
Past Positions1 - 4 of 4
Speaker
Georgia State House of Representatives
2023 - Current
Representative
Georgia State House of Representatives
2004 - Current
Former Majority Leader
Georgia State House of Representatives
Served
Georgia Army National Guard
Other Experience1 - 16 of 16
Member
National Conference of State Legislators
Current
Member
Georgia Agribusiness Council
Current
Member
Sigma Chi Fraternity
Current
Member
Southern Legislative Conference
Current
Member
Effingham County Young Farmers Organization
Current
Member
Mizpah United Methodist Church
Current
Former Member
Board of Directors, Georgia Southern University Alumni Association
Former Member
Rotary Club
Former President
Effingham Chamber of Commerce
Member
Jekyll Island State Park Authority Oversight Committee
Current
Member
Agricultural Education Advisory Committee
Current
Member
Agriculture and Rural Development Committee
Current
Member
Council of State Governments
Current
Former Congressional District representative
Georgia Department of Transportation Board
Former Member
Higher Education Subcommittee, Georgia House of Representatives
Former Member
Special Rules Committee, Georgia State House of Representatives
People Also Viewed1 - 0 of 0
More About Georgia5 - 5 of 3
Georgia Overview
Learn more about Georgia's political landscape
Georgia Voting Info
Everything you need to know for upcoming elections.
United States Overview
Learn more about the US political landscape.
Additional Tools4 - 4 of 2
Find My Representatives
Submit your address and discover who represents you
Registration Status & Monitor
Check if you're registered to vote. Get notified if anything changes.