District Includes: Counties of Grayson, Smyth (part), and Washington (part); Cities of Bristol and Galax

State Delegate: Israel O'Quinn (since 2012 )

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Current Position: State Delegate for VA House District 5 since 2012

Affiliation: Republican

Overview:

As a strong advocate for Southwest Virginia, Israel O’Quinn works to ensure the 5th District is well-represented in Richmond. Israel served as Deputy Majority Whip and his legislative committee assignments include Commerce and Labor, Privileges and Elections, as well as Militia, Police and Public Safety. He serves as the Chairman of Subcommittee Number Four in the Privileges and Elections Committee and he also serves as Chairman of Subcommittee Number Three in the Commerce and Labor Committee.

Israel is a member of the legislative Coal and Energy Commission and he serves on the Board of Directors for the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center.