Rep. Carol Jean Mays, a Democrat, represents part of Jackson County (District 50) in the Missouri House of Representatives.

In addition to her legislative duties, Rep. Mays owns a restaurant in Independence.

She is a member of the Northern Boulevard Methodist Church, Alpha Chi Omega, Fairmount Commercial Club, Missouri Restaurant Association and Independence Chamber of Commerce.

A 1951 graduate of East High School, Rep. Mays attended Baker University in Baldwin City, Kansas.

Born July 16, 1933, in Independence, Rep. Mays resides there with her husband Ronald. They have three children: Terri Mayeaux, Melanie Mays, and Hugh Mays.