MEET JAN
Representative Jan Jones has distinguished herself as a passionate advocate for changing lives and increasing economic opportunities through improved education and government closer to the people.
Jan was elected Speaker Pro Tempore, the second highest position in the Georgia House of Representatives. She proudly serves House District 47 in North Fulton, covering Milton, Mountain Park, portions of Alpharetta and Roswell, and southeastern Cherokee County.
Jan has authored a wide variety of legislation including bills to bring local control, transparency and accountability to our government. Several of her legislative accomplishments have been geared toward reforming our education system to become more innovative and flexible. Georgia’s K-12 and higher education systems are not only a critical investment in our students but also the state’s future workforce and long-term economic success.
Born in Warner Robins, Jan has lived in Fulton County for 30 years. She graduated with a B.A. in Journalism from the University of Georgia and an M.B.A. in Finance from Georgia State University. A former marketing manager for Home Box Office, she also owned a home-based small business while raising her children.
Jan is the granddaughter of two Laurens County farmers and the daughter of a career soldier. She and her husband, Kalin, have four children, and their family worships at Northpoint Community Church in Alpharetta. Jan enjoys spending time with her family and friends; adventurous travel trips; hiking; expanding her flower gardens (too much, according to her kids); reading; and attracting new birds to her home, including Purple Martins!
