Esther Helton

State Representative, Tennessee

Esther Helton (born November 6, 1961) is an American politician and a Republican member of the Tennessee House of Representatives. She represents District 30.

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Role State Representative

Current office, as recorded in the directory.

Service since 2024

Dates of service on record.

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Biography

Esther Helton (born November 6, 1961) is an American politician and a Republican member of the Tennessee House of Representatives. She represents District 30, which includes East Ridge, East Brainerd, Apison, and Collegedale.1

Background: Helton was born in East Ridge, Tennessee, in 1961. Prior to her political career, she served as a nurse for 35 years.

Education: In 1981, Helton received her degree from Chattanooga State Community College for Practical Nursing.

2018 Election Results:

  • Esther Helton (Republican): 14,431 votes (51.7%)
  • Joda Thongnopnua (Democrat): 10,252 votes (40.6%)
  • J. Michael Holloway (Independent): 578 votes (2.3%)

Current Legislative Committees:

  • Vice-chair for the Health Committee
  • Member of the Facilities, Licensure, and Regulation Subcommittee
  • Member of the Property and Planning Subcommittee
  • Member of the Local Committee

Civic Memberships:

  • Council member, City of East Ridge
  • Member, East Ridge High School Alumni Association
  • Member, East Ridge Optimist Club
  • Member, Hamilton County Pachyderm Club
  • Member, Hamilton County Republican Women
  • Member of Elks Lodge 91, East Brainerd

Religion: Helton is a Baptist who actively worships at Grace Works Church.

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References

  1. Official website. wapp.capitol.tn.gov. Retrieved June 28, 2024.