Jay Neal

James Wilson Neal (born July 2, 1963) is an American member businessman, politician, and former pastor who served as a member of the Georgia House of Representatives. He represented the 1st and 2nd House District from 2005 through 2013.

Early life and education Neal was born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

On November 2, 2004, Neal was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives for District 1. On November 7, 2006, as an incumbent, Neal won the election and continued serving District 1. On November 4, 2008, as an incumbent, Neal won the election and continued serving District 1. On November 2, 2010, as an incumbent, Neal won the election and continued serving District 1.

On November 6, 2012, Neal won the election unopposed and became a Republican member of Georgia House of Representatives for District 2.

In November 2013, Neal resigned from the Georgia House of Representatives to accept an appointment by Georgia governor Nathan Deal to be executive director of the state's Office of Transition.

Personal life Neal's wife is Gretchen Neal. They have two children.