State Rep. Joe Jefferson Seeks Re-Election

State Representative Joe Jefferson, a Democrat, officially announced his candidacy for House District 102 as of March 20. This area includes parts of Berkeley and Dorchester counties, including places like St. Stephen and Russellville. , Pineville, Ridgeville, Harleyville and parts of the Bonneau, Cross and Cane Bay region.Jefferson is quite active in several legislative committees. He is a member of the South Carolina Labor, Commerce and Industry (LCI) Commission on Business Law. He is also the first vice chairman of the Legislative Oversight Committee, which oversees government agencies as part of his campaign.Jefferson explained in a statement why he is seeking re-election. He cited his commitment to serving the people of Berkeley County and Dorchester County. His main focuses are improving support for public schools, solving road and bridge problems, and attracting new job opportunities to the Low Country. Jefferson is determined to make South Carolina a great place to live and work.