Burke Jackson (born December 14, 1949) is an American politician and rancher from

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, who served in the

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, representing the 52nd district of

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from 2004 to 2006 as a Republican.

Early life and education

Jackson was born in

, on December 14, 1949. He attended Campbell County High School and

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, graduating from the former with a degree.

Career

Jackson served in the

from 2004 until 2006, representing the 52nd legislative district of

as a Republican. During his time in office, Jackson served on the Select Committee on Legislative Facilities and the Education Commission of the States, in addition to the following standing committees: *Agriculture, State and Public Lands and Water Resources *Labor, Health and Social Services Jackson was succeeded in office by Republican

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, also from Gillette. Outside of politics, Jackson is a rancher.

Political positions

Jackson received a 100% rating from the Wyoming Prosperity Project in 2016.

Personal life

Jackson is a

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. He has a wife and two children.

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External links

Official page
at the

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Profile
from

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