Joseph M. “Mike” Seymour
Born on April 15, 1959, Joseph M. “Mike” Seymour is an American politician and a member of the Republican Party. He is a resident of Vancleave, Mississippi.
Career in Politics
Mike Seymour has been serving in the Mississippi State Senate from the 47th district since January 5, 2016. He assumed office after succeeding Tony Smith. His current term is set to end on January 4, 2028.
Elections
In the general election held on November 7, 2023, Seymour ran for re-election to the Mississippi State Senate to represent District 47. He won the election by defeating George Uram. In the Republican primary for Mississippi State Senate District 47 held on August 8, 2023, Seymour defeated Scott Strickland.
Committee Assignments
Over the years, Seymour has been assigned to various committees. In the tenure of 2023-2024, he served on the following committees:
- Senate Agriculture Committee
- Senate Appropriations Committee
- Senate Ethics Committee
- Senate Forestry Committee, Vice Chair
- Senate Municipalities Committee
- Ports and Marine Resources Committee
- Senate Public Property Committee
- Veterans and Military Affairs Committee, Chair
In the previous tenures of 2020-2021 and 2019-2020, he served on similar committees with some variations.
Personal Life
Apart from his political career, Mike Seymour is also a businessman. He continues to make significant contributions to his community and the state of Mississippi through his public service.
