Congressman Jack Kingston (R) 1st District
About JackJack is now serving his 17th year as US Congressman for Georgia's First District. During each term Jack has been recognized as the "Taxpayer’s Hero" by Citizens Against Government Waste. He has been named a "Friend of the Farmer" by the Georgia Farm Bureau, "Senior Friendly" by the 60-Plus Association, a Sober Coach advocate by the TDCA and a "Guardian of Small Business" by the National Federation of Independent Business. In May 1997, Jack became the first Member of Congress to receive the National Rural Water Association’s "Green Key" Award for his commitment to protecting public health, quality of life, and the environment. In January 1998, Jack received the Georgia Peanut Commission’s highest honor, their "Distinguished Service Award."Born in Bryan, Texas, Jack grew up in Athens, Georgia, where he received a degree in Economics from the University of Georgia. Prior to serving in Congress, he worked for Palmer & Cay/Carswell, Inc. selling agribusiness and commercial insurance throughout Southeast Georgia. Jack lives in Savannah with his wife Libby and their four children, commuting to Washington for legislative business. |
ContactP.O. Box 2133Savannah, GA 31402 (912) 356-5200: phone (912) 351-9900: fax Campaign headquarters are located in Norwood Plaza, 7360 Skidaway Road, Suite 5, Savannah, GA 31406. |
