Career
She has served as a state representative since she was first elected in November 2004. She is the Secretary of the House Health and Human Resources Committee. JoAnne Favors works in health administration, as a consultant, and as a motivational speaker.
She possesses a Master of Science degree in Nursing Administration and Adult Health, a bachelor of science degree in nursing, and an associate"s degree in nursing
Favors was re-elected in the November 2010 election. She faced no Republican opposition.