Becky Evans

Becky Evans
Member of the Georgia House of Representatives
Incumbent
Assumed office
January 14, 2019
Preceded byHoward Mosby
Constituency83rd District (2019–2023)
89th District (2023–Present)
Personal details
Born (1961-07-26) July 26, 1961 (age 63)
Dallas, Texas
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseDavid Evans
Children3 children
Residence(s)Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Alma materEmory University
Websitewww.beckyevans.com

Rebecca N. Farmer Evans (born July 26, 1961) is a Georgia state representative from Atlanta, Georgia. A member of the Democratic Party, she defeated Democratic Party incumbent Howard Mosby, in November 2018.[1] She now represents the 89th district, following changes to district numbers after redistricting.

Early life and career

Evans was born in Dallas, Texas. She holds a Bachelor's degree from Emory University. Evans lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband David.[2]

Political career

Evans was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives in 2018.

In the 2024 election, Evans lost the re-nomination for the new District 90 to fellow incumbent Saira Draper in a redistricting battle.[3]

References

  1. ^ Niesse, Mark. "Georgia Election 2018: Voters kick out 8 incumbents from Legislature". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Retrieved Jan 12, 2021.
  2. ^ "Candidate Q&A - Becky Evans, candidate for GA House District 83". May 16, 2018. Retrieved Jan 12, 2021.
  3. ^ Amy, Jeff (May 23, 2024). "2 Georgia state House incumbents lose to challengers in primaries". Associated Press. Retrieved May 31, 2024.
Georgia House of Representatives
Preceded by Member of the Georgia House of Representatives
from the 83rd district
2019–2023 		Succeeded by
Preceded by Member of the Georgia House of Representatives
from the 89th district
2023–Present 		Incumbent