Esther Helton

Esther Helton (November 6, 1961 ) is an American politician and a Republican member of the Tennessee House of Representatives, representing District 30 since November 6, 2018. Helton represents District 30 In Tennessee which includes; East Ridge, East Brainerd, Apison, and Collegedale.

In 2023, Helton supported a resolution to expel three Democratic lawmakers from the legislature for violating decorum rules. The expulsion was widely characterized as unprecedented.

Background
Helton was born in East Ridge, Tennessee in 1961. Helton had a medical background prior to politics, serving as a nurse for 35 years.

Education
Helton attended and received her degree from Chattanooga State Community College for Practical Nursing in 1981.

2018 Election
The following are the results for the 2018 District 30 Election.

Current Legislative Committees
Helton currently serves as the Vice-chair for the Health Committee and is a member of the Facilities, Li-censure, and Regulation Subcommittee, Property and Planning Subcommittee, and the Local Committee.

Current Caucus/Non-Legislative Committees
Helton is a current member of the Tennessee House of Representatives Health and Local Committees.

Civic Memberships
Member of Elks Lodge 91 East Brainerd

Religion
Helton is a Baptist who is active in worship at Grace Works Church.