James Matthew Hatchett (born April 12, 1966) is an American businessman and politician from Georgia. Hatchett is a Republican member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 155th District.

Early life

Hatchett was born in Dublin, Georgia. Hatchett graduated from Dublin High School.

Education

In 1988, Hatchett earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Mathematics from Presbyterian College.

Career

Hatchett is a businessman.

In 1999, Hatchett became a city councilman of Dublin, Georgia until 2009.

On November 2, 2010, Hatchett won the election and became a Republican member of Georgia House of Representatives for District 143. Hatchett defeated Pablo Santamaria with 54.71% of the vote.

On November 6, 2012, Hatchett won the election and became a Republican member of Georgia House of Representatives for District 150. On November 4, 2014, as an incumbent, Hatchett won the election unopposed and continued serving District 150. On November 8, 2016, as an incumbent, Hatchett won the election unopposed and continued serving District 150. On November 6, 2018, as an incumbent, Hatchett won the election unopposed and continued serving District 150. On November 3, 2020, as an incumbent, Hatchett won the election unopposed and continued serving District 150. In 2022, he was redistricted to District 155.

Hatchett is a Majority Caucus Chairman of Georgia Republican Party.

Personal life

Hatchett's wife is Kim Hatchett. They have two children. Hatchett and his family live in Dublin, Georgia.

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Georgia House of Representatives
Preceded byDuBose PorterMember of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 143rd district 2011–2013Succeeded byJames Beverly
Preceded byWinfred DukesMember of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 150th district 2013–2023Succeeded byPatty Bentley
Preceded byClay PirkleMember of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 155th district 2023–PresentIncumbent