Derrick Simmons
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| Derrick T. Simmons | |
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| Member of the Mississippi Senate from the 12th district |
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| In office 2011 – Present |
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| Preceded by | Johnnie Walls |
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| Born | December 12, 1976 Greenville, Mississippi, United States |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | CuWanda |
| Children | Derrick T. Simmons Jr. |
| Residence | Greenville, Mississippi |
| Alma mater | Jackson State University Howard University |
| Occupation | Attorney |
| Website | [1] |
Derrick Simmons (born December 12, 1976) is an American politician who is currently a Democratic member of the Mississippi Senate, serving since 2011. In 2013, Simmons proposed a legislative amendment that would expand Medicaid; the amendment was defeated.[1]
In addition to his legislative duties, Simmons is a trial lawyer. He has an MBA and a JD from Howard University.[2]
Fraternal memberships: Mason, Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity
