Missouri State House District 40

Current seat holder: Chad Perkins (R).

Chad Perkins

Biography Representative Chad Perkins, a Republican, represents parts of Ralls, Monroe, Lincoln, and Pike counties (District 40). He was elected to his first two-year term in November 2020. In addition to his legislative duties, Perkins has worked as an on-air radio host at KJFM Radio since 2001.

“I want to thank Speaker Plocher for this honor, and I look forward to crafting effective policy solutions with this committee.” (Missouri House of Representatives Newsroom)

Thomas D McBeth

Thomas McBeth Thomas McBeth graduated from Clopton High School.

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“I want to improve our education system, help save our rural hospitals, enshrine equality, oppose AI and data centers.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection)
“I was born and raised right here in Missouri. After graduating from Clopton High School, I earned my Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering from Missouri University of Science & Technology.” (Campaign website (mcbethmo40.com))

Sheri Jay

Sheri Jay She advanced from the Libertarian Party primary on August 4, 2026 . Sheri Jay was born in St.

“Individual rights and education are two areas I would focus my efforts if elected.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection)
“As a teenager my first job was in a nursing home. My first adult job was as a chemical technician.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection)