History of Jay Webber in Timeline

Updated: August 24, 2024

"James K. "Jay" Webber is an American politician associated with the Republican party. He is a lawyer by profession and has been serving at the New Jersey General Assembly as a representative of the 26th legislative district since January 8, 2008. He has also been serving as the Minority Appropriations Officer in the Assembly since 2018."

February 29, 1972: Birth

James K. "Jay" Webber was born on February 29, 1972.

2003: Republican Primary for State Senate

At 30 years old, Jay Webber ran in the Republican primary for state senator against Robert Martin, positioning himself to the right of the incumbent. Webber lost the election by approximately 1,900 votes, a 15% difference.

2007: Republican Primary for Assembly Seat

Jay Webber participated in the Republican primary for an Assembly seat following the retirement of Senator Robert Martin and Assemblyman Joseph Pennacchio's decision to run for Senate. Webber secured second place in the June primary with 32.2% of the votes, securing his spot in the general election, which he won.

January 8, 2008: Elected to the New Jersey General Assembly

Jay Webber began serving in the New Jersey General Assembly, representing the 26th legislative district, on January 8, 2008.

June 11, 2009: Nominated as Chairman of the New Jersey Republican State Committee

Republican gubernatorial candidate Chris Christie nominated Jay Webber to be the chairman of the New Jersey Republican State Committee on June 11, 2009.

June 17, 2009: Became Chairman of the New Jersey Republican State Committee

Jay Webber was unanimously elected by the State Committee members as the Chairman of the New Jersey Republican State Committee on June 17, 2009.

January 2011: Left Position as Chairman of the New Jersey Republican State Committee

Jay Webber announced he would be stepping down from his role as Chairman of the New Jersey Republican State Committee and was succeeded by Sam Raia in January 2011.

February 3, 2018: Announced Candidacy for U.S. House of Representatives

Jay Webber announced his candidacy for the U.S. House seat representing New Jersey's 11th congressional district on February 3, 2018, after incumbent Rodney Frelinghuysen decided not to seek reelection.