Rep. Beth Long, a Republican, represents Laclede County and part of Dallas County (District 146) in the Missouri House of Representatives.

She formerly served as Laclede County clerk from 1983-1990 and was the first woman elected to this position in the county. A Laclede County Republican Committee member for 12 years, she also is a member of the following organizations: Lebanon Chamber of Commerce; Lake Area Citizens advisory board; First United Methodist Church; Republican Women's Club; Council to Prevent Domestic Violence; and the Child Death Review Team.

A 1966 graduate of Lebanon High School, Rep. Long attended Drury College.

Born April 7, 1948, in Lebanon, Rep. Long resides there with her husband, Kent. They have three daughters: Amie, Dana and Sarah, and six grandchildren.