Michael A. Cheokas (born May 27, 1953) is an American politician from Georgia.

Education

Cheokas earned a degree from Emory University and Pierce College.

Career

Cheokas is a Republican member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 138th District. He was first elected in 2004 and served until losing reelection in 2016 to Democrat Bill McGowan. McGowan did not seek a second term in 2018, but Cheokas ran again and won, defeating Bardin Hooks.

Personal life

Cheokas' wife is Gaynor Cheokas. They have three children. Cheokas and his family live in Americus, Georgia.

Georgia House of Representatives
Preceded byGerald GreeneMember of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 134th district 2005–2013Succeeded byRichard Smith
Preceded byNikki RandallMember of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 138th district 2013–2017Succeeded byBill McGowan
Preceded byBill McGowanMember of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 138th district 2019–2023Succeeded byVance Smith
Preceded byGerald GreeneMember of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 151st district 2023–PresentIncumbent