Eric Philips (politician) explained

Eric Phillips
State Delegate:	Virginia
District:	48th
Term Start:	January 10, 2024
Preceded:	Les Adams (Redistricting)
Birth Date:	31 March 1976
Birth Place:	Martinsville, Virginia, U.S.
Party:	Republican
Residence:	Henry County, Virginia, U.S.
Occupation:	Businessman
Website:	EricPhillipsForVA.com

Eric Phillips is an American businessman serving as delegate for the 48th district of the Virginia House of Delegates.

Phillips, a Republican, defeated Democratic nominee, Melody Cartwright, in the 2024 Virginia House of Delegates Special Election of the 48th District.^[1] This seat was vacated by Delegate Les Adams so he can "make [himself] available for another position of service."^[2]

Electoral history

Date	Election	Candidate	Party	Votes	%
Virginia House of Delegates, 48th district
Jan 9, 2024^[3]	Special	Melody A. "Mel" Cartwright		Democrat	1,785	28.20
		Eric Phillips		Republican	4,320	70.66
		Write Ins		9	0.15

Notes and References

1. Web site: Hoffman . Cherisse . Eric Phillips wins Special Election to represent the 48th District in the Virginia House of Delegates. . 10 January 2024 . 11 January 2024 . en.
2. Web site: Gonzalez . Will . Delegate Les Adams resigns from Virginia's House of Delegates. WRIC . 12 December 2023 . 12 January 2024 . en.
3. Web site: 2024 Virginia House of Delegates 48th District Special Election. virginia.gov. en. 2024-01-11.