Joan Huffman
Joan Huffman | |
|---|---|
| President pro tempore of the Texas Senate | |
| In office May 27, 2019 – January 12, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Kirk Watson |
| Succeeded by | Brian Birdwell |
| Member of the Texas Senate from the 17th district | |
| Assumed office December 29, 2008 | |
| Preceded by | Kyle Janek |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 17, 1956 Southside Place, Texas, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Keith Lawyer |
| Children | 1 |
| Education | Louisiana State University (BA) South Texas College of Law (JD) |
Joan J. Huffman (born August 17, 1956) is an American politician who has represented the 17th district in the Texas Senate since 2008. A member of the Republican Party, the district includes portions of Brazoria, Fort Bend, and Harris county.
On the last day of the 86th Legislature, she was chosen by her colleagues—Democrats and Republicans—to serve as president pro tempore.