| Jenifer Branning | |
| State Senate: | Mississippi State |
| District: | 18th |
| Term Start: | January 5, 2016 |
| Predecessor: | Giles Ward |
| Birth Name: | Jenifer Ann Burrage |
| Birth Date: | 13 March 1979 |
| Birth Place: | Neshoba Co., Mississippi, U.S. |
| Party: | Republican |
| Spouse: | Chancy Branning |
| Education: | Mississippi State University (BA) Mississippi College (JD) |
Jenifer Ann Burrage Branning (born March 13, 1979) is an American lawyer and politician. She has been serving as a Republican member of the Mississippi State Senate since January 2016, representing the 18th District.
Branning was born on March 13, 1979, in Neshoba County, Mississippi. Her family has deep roots in Neshoba County, with a history spanning five generations.[1]
Branning graduated from Mississippi State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree.[2] She went on to pursue legal studies and obtained a Juris Doctor degree from the Mississippi College School of Law in 2004.[2]
Branning began her professional career as a lawyer in Philadelphia, Mississippi, where she established herself in legal practice.[1] In 2015, she entered the political arena by running for the Mississippi State Senate seat previously held by Giles Ward, who chose not to seek re-election.[1] Branning won the election and was sworn into office on January 5, 2016. She represents the 18th District, which includes parts of Leake, Neshoba, and Winston counties.[2]
Throughout her tenure in the Mississippi State Senate, Branning has been involved in various legislative initiatives, particularly those related to education, public safety, and economic development. Her work in the Senate has earned her recognition within her party and the community.
In February 2024, Branning announced her candidacy for a seat on the Mississippi Supreme Court, seeking to transition from the legislative branch to the judiciary.[3]
Branning is married to Chancy Branning, and they reside in Philadelphia, Mississippi. They are of the Christian faith.[2]