Cody Thompson

Cody Hansbrough Thompson (born February 12, 1987) is an American politician, who was elected to the West Virginia House of Delegates in the 2018 state legislative election.[1] He represents the 43rd House District as a member of the Democratic Party.

Cody Thompson
Member of the West Virginia House of Representatives
from the 43rd district
Assumed office
January 9, 2019
Serving with William Hartman
Preceded byPhil Isner
Personal details
Born
Cody Hansbrough Thompson

(1987-02-12) February 12, 1987
Elkins, West Virginia, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
ResidenceElkins, West Virginia
Alma materMarshall University (BA)
West Virginia University (MA)
OccupationTeacher
Websitewww.votecodythompson.com

As of when he was sworn in, he is the only openly gay member of the state legislature.[2]

References
  1. "Activists nick GOP leadership, but Republicans keep control of Legislature". The Herald-Dispatch, November 8, 2018.
  2. "Teachers, veterans among 36 new delegates to claim seats in January". The Herald-Dispatch, November 28, 2018.


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