| DeWayne Burns | |
| State House: | Texas |
| District: | 58th |
| Term Start: | January 13, 2015 |
| Predecessor: | Robert Orr |
| Birth Name: | DeWayne Christopher Burns |
| Birth Date: | 22 June 1972 |
| Party: | Republican |
| Education: | Tarleton State University (BS) |
| Spouse: | Jennifer |
| Children: | 3 |
| Residence: | Cleburne, Texas, U.S. |
DeWayne Christopher Burns (born June 22, 1972) is an American politician serving as a member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 58th district. He was defeated by Helen Kerwin by 56% to 44% on May 28, 2024, in the Republican primary runoff for the Texas House of Representatives for the 58th District.[1]
Burns was raised on a farm in Johnson County, Texas. He graduated from Cleburne High School in 1990. After attending Texas A&M University, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural services and development from Tarleton State University.[2]
After graduating from college, Burns worked for the Texas Grain and Feed Association. He later joined the staff of representatives Arlene Wohlgemuth and Gary Walker as a legislative analyst. He later joined the Texas Department of Agriculture, working under then-Commissioner Rick Perry as coordinator for special issues.[3] Burns was elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2014 and assumed office in 2015. Burns also serves as chair of the House Agriculture and Livestock Committee.[4]