James Bernard Yates Sr. was an American politician in the state of Kentucky. He served in the Kentucky House of Representatives as a Democrat from 1972 to 1995.[1][2] Yates was first elected to the house in a May 1972 special election following the resignation of incumbent representative James Yocom.[3] He did not seek reelection in 1994 and resigned from his seat early in June.[4][5]
Jim Yates | |
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| Member of the Kentucky House of Representatives from the 44th district | |
| In office May 1972 – June 30, 1994 | |
| Preceded by | James Yocom |
| Succeeded by | Joni Jenkins |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Louisville, Kentucky, United States |
| Political party | Democratic |
References edit
- ^ Lawrence Kestenbaum. "The Political Graveyard: Index to Politicians: Yates". politicalgraveyard.com. Retrieved 26 January 2015.
- ^ "Kentucky New Era - Google News Archive Search".
- ^ "8 candidates seek 4 legislative seats vacated by resignations". The Lexington Herald-Leader. May 17, 1972. p. 25.
- ^ "Knott's rep. Bentley only legislator to fall". The Lexington Herald-Leader. May 25, 1994. p. A1.
- ^ "Legislator to retire early". The Lexington Herald-Leader. June 29, 1994. p. B3.
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