Jack Woodrum


Jack David Woodrum is an American politician who has served as the junior West Virginia State Senator from the 10th district since 2020. Woodrum is a Republican.

Early life, education, and career

Woodrum is the son of Joan Woodrum and Jack Woodrum. He received his degree in mortuary science from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science and also attended West Virginia University. Before seeking office, Woodrum was employed as a funeral director and mortician. He also served as the president of the Summers County commission.

Elections

2020

In his primary election, Woodrum defeated fellow Republican Dan Hill with 62.34% of the vote. There was no incumbent in the race as Woodrum was running to fill the seat of retiring State Senator Kenny Mann.
In the general election, Woodrum defeated Democrat William Laird IV with 58.59% of the vote.

Tenure

Committee assignments

  • Interstate Cooperation
  • Agriculture and Rural Development
  • Economic Development
  • Government Organization
  • Health and Human Resources
  • Judiciary
  • Natural Resources
  • Transportation and Infrastructure
As of 2020, Woodrum has a C rating from the West Virginia Citizens Defense League, a Right to [keep and bear arms in the United States|gun rights] organization, and is a member of the National Rifle Association of America.

Worker's rights

Woodrum voted for SB 11, a bill that would make it more difficult for employees to strike.

Confederate monuments

In the State Senate, Woodrum was the lead sponsor of SB 685, the West Virginia Monument and Memorial Protection Act, which would prohibit the removal of Confederate monuments and memorials in West Virginia.

Personal life

Woodrum is married to Debra Woodrum and has three children and one grandchild. He is a Baptist.