José Agripino Maia (born May 23, 1945) is a Brazilian politician. He served as governor of Rio Grande do Norte, from 1983 to 1986. He is the national president of Brazil Union (UNIÃO), and senator.[1] He was born in Mossoró, the son of Tarcísio Maia.
In 1982, Maia faces Alves and ends up winning the election, with support of governor Lavoisier Maia.
In 1984, Maia supports the name of Andrezza, who was defeated by Maluf, supported by Lavoisier Maia. Thus, Maia decides to create the Front Liberal, to support Neves.
In 1985, Maia supports Wilma Maia, for mayor, who was defeated by Filho.
In 1994, Maia closes alliance PSDB–PFL, after the resignation of presidential candidacy of Lavoisier Maia, who will complete in the government, with support of Cardoso.