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Hillary Hickland

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Hillary Hickland
Member of the Texas House of Representatives
from the 55th district
Assumed office
January 14, 2025
Preceded byHugh Shine
Personal details
Born (1982-10-18) October 18, 1982 (age 42)
Jasper, Texas, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Alma materBaylor University
Boston University
WebsiteCampaign website

Hillary Hickland is an American politician. She represents the 55th district of the Texas House of Representatives.[1]

Life and career

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Hickland was born in Jasper, Texas. She attended Baylor University in 2005, earning her Bachelor's degree. She also attended Boston University in 2009, earning her Master's degree.[1][2]

In March 2024, Hickland defeated incumbent Hugh Shine in the Republican primary election for the 55th district of the Texas House of Representatives.[3] In November 2024, Hickland defeated Jennifer Lee, winning 57.6% of the vote.[4] She succeeded Hugh Shine. She assumed office on January 14, 2025.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Hillary Hickland". Ballotpedia. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
  2. ^ "Hillary Hickland". Texas Public Policy Foundation. Archived from the original on July 12, 2024. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
  3. ^ "2024 TX Republican Primary Election Results - State House District 55". Austin American-Statesman. March 28, 2024. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
  4. ^ "2024 Texas General Elections Results - State House District 55". Austin-American Statesman. November 27, 2024. Retrieved December 31, 2024.