Deshotel Will Not Seek Reelection

A longtime Southeast Texas State Representative will not seek re-election. Joe Deshotel, who

has represented Jefferson County for more than 20 years made the announcement yesterday. His

current term ends at the end of next year. The seat will be on the ballot in the March primary and

again the next November’s general election. Prior to serving as a state representative, the

Beaumont attorney served eight years on the Beaumont city council.


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