Bill Hitchens

William W. Hitchens Jr. (born April 26, 1947) is an American former police officer, former Director of Homeland Security and current politician from Georgia. Hitchens is a Republican member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 161st District, serving since 2012.

Education In 1975, Hitchens earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice/political science from Georgia Southern University. Hitchens graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, VA. On November 4, 2014, as an incumbent, Hitchens won the election unopposed and continued serving District 161. On November 8, 2016, as an incumbent, Hitchens won the election unopposed and continued serving District 161. On November 6, 2018, as an incumbent, Hitchens won the election and continued serving District 161. Hitchens defeated Adam Bridges with 63.45% of the votes. On November 3, 2020, as an incumbent, Hitchens won the election unopposed and continued serving District 161.

Personal life Hitchens' wife is Norma Hitchens. They have 4 children. Hitchens and his family live in Rincon, Georgia.