Senator Jeff Wilson Contact information

Stephen Jeffrey Wilson (born 1959 or 1960) is an American businessman and politician affiliated with the Republican Party. He has been a strong advocate for job creation, economic prosperity, and the preservation of the quality of life in southwest Washington.

Background and Career:

• Jeff Wilson moved to the Longview area at the age of 10 and has made it his home in the 19th Legislative District ever since.
• He graduated from Mark Morris High School and later studied history and business at Western Washington University.
• Wilson’s career experience includes working in the sanitation and environmental services industries.

Political Journey:

• In 2020, Jeff Wilson was elected to the Washington State Senate, representing the 19th legislative district. He officially took office on January 11, 2021.
• Apart from his role in the Senate, Wilson also serves as a commissioner for the Port of Longview.

Firearm Incident:

• On October 21, 2023, Wilson faced legal trouble when he was arrested and charged with unlicensed possession of a firearm in Hong Kong. Customs officers found a revolver in his carry-on luggage at the Hong Kong International Airport.
• Although the gun was legally licensed in Washington State, it was not authorized in Hong Kong. Wilson claimed that he discovered the unloaded firearm mid-flight and promptly alerted authorities.
• The possession charge carried a maximum sentence of 14 years in jail and a fine of $100,000 HKD. After legal proceedings, Wilson was free to leave Hong Kong and continue his vacation.