Jared Christopher Brossett is state representative for Louisiana House District 97

Louisiana House of Representatives

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, having won a special election to the seat on 2009 May 2. Born 1982, he is the son of Brenda M. Brossett and Elery Michael Brossett.

A graduate of McDonogh 35 Senior High School in New Orleans, Brossett holds a bachelor’s degree in political science

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 from Xavier University of Louisiana

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. He is a member of the Orleans Democratic

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 Parish Executive Committee. Even though Brossett's election occurred midway during the 2009 regular session of the Louisiana Legislature, he was quick to become active in the body.

As of 2009 Brossett is single. Outside the legislature he works as a management consultant.