History of Tim Jones (politician) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 18, 2025

Timothy W. Jones is a Republican former member of the Missouri House of Representatives, representing the 110th district. He held significant leadership positions, including House Majority Leader and Speaker of the House from 2012 to 2015. Jones is also a member of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), where he served as the Missouri state leader. His political career focused on representing his district and holding key leadership roles within the Missouri House.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1929: Previous Republican Majority Record

In 1929, the Republican party previously held a record of 103 seats in the Missouri House of Representatives.

1930: Previous Republican Majority Record

In 1930, the Republican party held a record of 103 seats in the Missouri House of Representatives.

May 25, 1971: Timothy W. Jones Born

On May 25, 1971, Timothy W. Jones was born. He would later become a Republican member of the Missouri House of Representatives.

1972: Family Relocation

In 1972, Tim Jones's family moved to the Greater St. Louis area from Saint Paul, Minnesota.

1989: High School Graduation

In 1989, Jones graduated from St. Louis University High School.

1993: Bachelor of Arts Degree

In 1993, Jones received his Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Russian Studies from Fordham University.

1996: Juris Doctor Degree

In 1996, Jones received his Juris Doctor from St. John's University School of Law.

2006: Missouri House Candidacy

In 2006, Tim Jones announced his candidacy for the Missouri House of Representatives and won the Republican primary.

2008: Missouri House Victory

In 2008, Tim Jones won the general election and became a member of the Missouri House of Representatives.

November 2010: House Majority Floor Leader

In November 2010, Jones was unanimously elected as House Majority Floor Leader by fellow Republicans.

November 2010: Re-election to Missouri House

In November 2010, Tim Jones won his third term in the Missouri House, running unopposed.

2010: Republican Majority in Missouri House

During the 2010 General Election, Tim Jones and Steve Tilley worked to achieve a Republican majority of 106 in the Missouri House of Representatives.

September 2011: Speaker-Designate Election

In September 2011, Jones was unanimously elected by the Missouri House Republican Caucus as "Speaker-Designate".

2012: Sworn in as Speaker

During the 2012 veto session, Tim Jones was sworn in as Speaker of the Missouri House of Representatives.

2012: Speaker of the House

In 2012, Jones was sworn in as Speaker of the Missouri House of Representatives.

2013: Retained Office of Speaker

In 2013, Tim Jones retained the office of speaker for the legislative session.

2014: Possible Candidate for Statewide Office

In 2014, Jones was considered a probable candidate for Missouri statewide office.

2014: Retained Office of Speaker

In 2014, Tim Jones retained the office of speaker for the legislative session.

2015: End of term as Speaker of the House

In 2015, Tim Jones finished serving as Speaker of the House.

2016: Decision to Sit Out Elections

In 2016, after considering running for several offices, Jones decided to "sit out" the elections.

2018: Keeping Options Open

In 2018, Tim Jones stated he would be "keeping all options open for 2018 and beyond".

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