Rep. Matt Boatright, a Republican, represents Pettis County (District 118) in the Missouri House of Representatives.

In addition to his legislative duties, Rep. Boatright is the owner/operator of Preferred Premium Beef Inc. and Maplewood Acres Farm.

Rep. Boatright is a member of Maplewood Church. He is a graduate of Agriculture Leadership of Tomorrow, Class VI.

A 1983 graduate of Smithton High School, Rep. Boatright holds a degree in animal science from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Born March 9, 1965, in Sedalia, Rep. Boatright currently resides there with his wife, Jennifer, their son David, and daughter Hannah.