REGULATORY · MS · 1968-1996
Jim Buck Ross
Agriculture Commissioner · Democrat · Mississippi
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On the record
28-year tenure
Background
Jim Buck Ross (Democrat) was Mississippi's Agriculture Commissioner 1968–1996 (28 years). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Si Corley (latest tracked occupant of this seat). Note: 28-year tenure. Same-year political environment (1968): Governor John Bell Williams.
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Others who held this office in Mississippi
- Andy Gipson (2018-present)
- Cindy Hyde-Smith (2012-2018)
- Lester Spell Jr. (1996-2012)
- Si Corley (1948-1968)