Myron Keith Hodges (born May 6, 1966) is an American politician. A Republican, he was elected to the Virginia House of Delegates in 2011. He currently represents the 68th district, which comprises the Middle Peninsula counties of Essex, Gloucester, King and Queen, Mathews, Middlesex, and part of King William County.
Early Life and Education : Hodges was born in Richmond, Virginia, and raised on the Middle Peninsula. He earned a B.S. degree from the Medical College of Virginia School of Pharmacy in 1989. Currently, he operates the Gloucester Pharmacy.
Political Career :
- In 2011, Hodges won a four-way primary for the Republican nomination in the 98th district, securing 40.92% of the vote. He then defeated Democratic candidate Andy Shoukas in the general election.
- Hodges ran for re-election in 2013 against Independent candidate Geneva Putt, winning with 75.4% of the vote.
- In 2015, he ran unopposed and secured 100% of the vote.
- In 2017, Hodges defeated Democrat Sheila Crowley, receiving 65.05% of the vote.
- In 2022, he was promoted to chair of the Counties, Cities, and Towns Committee.
Personal Life : Hodges married Shelley Gaye Williams around 1990, and they have two daughters, Chloe and Ella. Chloe attends Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, Virginia, where she cheers for their football team.
