Daryl Joy Walters Explained

Joy Walters
Education:Wiley College (BA)
Princeton Theological Seminary (MDIV)
Emory University (THM)
Party:Democratic
State House:Louisiana
District:4th
Term Start:January 8, 2024
Predecessor:Cedric Glover

Daryl Joy Walters is an American politician serving as a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from the 4th district, representing Caddo Parish. She assumed office on January 8, 2024.

Early life and education

Walters is a native of Shreveport, Louisiana. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religion and Philosophy from Wiley College, an M.Div. from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Th.M. from Emory University. Additionally, she holds a specialized certificate from Yale University’s Women’s Campaign School.[1] [2]

Career

Walters formerly served as an aide for the Louisiana State Senate and was an aide for former U.S. Senator Mary Landrieu.[3] She defeated Jasmine Green for the 4th district seat in the Louisiana House of Representatives in November 2023 with 54% of the vote.[4]

In the Louisiana House, Walters serves on the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice, Labor and Industrial Relations, and Transportation, Highways and Public Works committees.[5] She is also a member of the Louisiana Democratic Caucus, the Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus, and the Louisiana Legislative Women's Caucus.[6]

Walters has been involved in various legislative initiatives, including advocating for absentee voting rights for incarcerated voters and opposing measures that limit home study programs.[7] She was the lone vote against a bill that would make juvenile crime records public, citing concerns over the potential harm to children and unintended consequences in her community.[8]

Personal life

Walters is a member of Delta Sigma Theta, initiated in the Alpha Iota Chapter. She is also an active member of the Mount Canaan Missionary Baptist Church.[9]

References

  1. News: 2023-08-20 . Louisiana State Representative District 4 - Joy Walters . 2024-05-18 . en.
  2. Web site: Louisiana Education Champion WINS Run-Off Election for State Rep Seat . 2024-05-18 . Leaders of Color.
  3. News: 2023-08-20 . Louisiana State Representative District 4 - Joy Walters . 2024-05-18 . en.
  4. News: 2023-11-18 . Walters defeats Green in runoff State Representative District 4 race . 2024-05-18 . en.
  5. Web site: Louisiana House of Representatives Members . 2024-05-18 . Louisiana House of Representatives.
  6. Web site: Louisiana House of Representatives Members . 2024-05-18 . Louisiana House of Representatives.
  7. Web site: Joy Walters - Legislator Score 4/10 . 2024-05-18 . New Louisiana.
  8. News: 2024-02-21 . Bill to make juvenile crime records public advances in La. House . 2024-05-18 . en.
  9. Web site: Louisiana Education Champion WINS Run-Off Election for State Rep Seat . 2024-05-18 . Leaders of Color.