John R. Smith (politician, born 1945)
John R. Smith | |
|---|---|
| Louisiana State Senator for District 30 (Beauregard, Calcasieu, and Vernon parishes) | |
| In office 2008–2020 | |
| Preceded by | James David Cain |
| Succeeded by | Mike Reese |
| Louisiana State Representative for District 30 (Beauregard and Vernon parishes) | |
| In office 1988–2008 | |
| Preceded by | Claude "Buddy" Leach |
| Succeeded by | James Armes |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 29, 1945 |
| Political party | Republican (2010-present) |
| Other political affiliations | Democratic (Before 2010) |
| Spouse | Pamela Arnondin Smith |
| Relations | Chris John (son-in-law) |
| Children | Bradford Smith Payton Smith John |
| Residence(s) | Leesville Vernon Parish Louisiana, USA |
| Alma mater | Loyola University New Orleans |
| Occupation | Businessman |
John R. Smith (born December 29, 1945) is a politician from Leesville, Louisiana. He is a Republican former member of the Louisiana State Senate for District 30.
In 2010, Smith switched from Democratic to Republican party affiliation.