Eric J. Phillips

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Eric Phillips is from Martinsville, Virginia. He has an associate's degree in general studies from Virginia Western Community College, an associate's degree in general studies from Patrick Henry Community College, and a bachelor's degree in history and political science from Lee University. He lives with his wife, Rebecca Ann Phillips, and their three children in Virginia.

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Eric is the president and CEO of the Phillips Group. He previously worked as a small business owner. 

Eric is currently a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, representing District 48. He assumed office in 2024 and is currently serving his first term.

As of September 17, 2025, Eric J. Phillips did not have a website or any information online.

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Barbara Mayhew's campaign for Virginia House of Delegates, District 48 is her first entry into politics. 

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Melody previously ran for the Virginia House of Delegates in 2024 and 2023 but did not win. 

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