Bennie Turner
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| Bennie Turner | |
| Mississippi State Senate District 16 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 1993 | |
| Current term ends 2012 | |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Profession | Attorney/Broadcaster |
| Website | Senate website |
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Bennie Turner (b. August 21, 1948) is a Democratic member of the Mississippi Senate, representing the 16th Senatorial District.
Education
Turner earned his AS from Mary Holmes College. He went on to receive his BA from Mississippi State University. He then earned his JD from the University of Mississippi School of Law.
Professional experience
Turner works an an Attorney and Broadcaster.
Political experience
Turner joined the Mississippi State Senate in 1993. He has served in that position since, representing the 16th district.
Committee membership
- Appropriations Committee, Mississippi Senate
- Constitution Committee, Mississippi Senate
- Economic Development Committee, Mississippi Senate
- Education Committee, Mississippi Senate
- Elections Committee, Mississippi Senate
- Insurance Committee, Mississippi Senate
- Judiciary, Division B Committee, Mississippi Senate
- Public Health and Welfare Committee, Mississippi Senate
Personal life
Turner has a wife, Edna.
Contact Information
Capitol Address:
Post Office Box 1018, Room 404 C
Jackson, MS 39215-1018
Phone: 601-359-3210
District Address
Post Office Drawer 1500
West Point, MS 39773
Phone: 662-494-6611 (Business)
Phone: 662-494-5061 (Home)
Email:
bturner@seante.ms.gov
External links
- Mississippi Senate Page
- Biography on Project Vote
- Campaign Contributions: 2009, 2007, 2005, 2003, 1999
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