Ron Simmons (politician)
Ron Simmons | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 65th district | |
| In office January 8, 2013 – January 8, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Burt Solomons |
| Succeeded by | Michelle Beckley |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Ronald Ellis Simmons September 21, 1960 Arkansas, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Lisa Diane Dickson |
| Children | 3; including Allie Beth Stuckey |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupation | Investment advisor |
Ronald Ellis Simmons (born September 21, 1960) is an investment advisor from Carrollton, Texas, who is a former member of the Texas House of Representatives from District 65 in suburban southeastern Denton County.
Simmons lost his bid for a fourth term in the general election held on November 6, 2018. He received 28,567 votes (48.9 percent) while his Democratic opponent, political newcomer and local business owner Michelle Beckley, received 29,894 (51.1 percent) votes.