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Jim Tracy
Senate District14
Incumbent
Republican
Shelbyville
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Candidate is running in a contested General Election.
SURVEY QUESTIONS
Would you support or oppose legislation that would prohibit abortion except when necessary to prevent the death of the mother?
Support
Would you support or oppose legislation that would make sexual orientation a new protected class under Tennessee’s civil rights laws?
Oppose
Would you support or oppose legislation that would make gender identity/expression a new protected class under Tennessee’s civil rights laws?
Oppose
Would you support or oppose a bill to amend Tennessee’s marriage statute to expressly authorize the issuance of marriage licenses to two people of the same sex?
Oppose
Would you support or oppose legislation that would establish a $15 per hour minimum wage in Tennessee?
Oppose
Do you support or oppose the proposition that a person should be allowed by law to use the bathroom or locker room that corresponds to the gender they identify with?
Oppose
Would you support or oppose a law creating the office of Solicitor General, a lawyer to serve as the state’s advocate in the court systems, to be appointed by the General Assembly?
Support
Do you support or oppose the U.S. Department of Justice redefining the word “sex” to also include gender identity for purposes of Title VII and Title IX?
Oppose
Would you support or oppose legislation, like Insure Tennessee, that would expand Medicaid coverage in TN beyond the Medicaid eligible population?
Oppose
Would you support or oppose legislation that would prohibit state courts or any local government from ordering a privately owned business to participate in activities associated with solemnization or celebration of a marriage through the provision of goods or services if participating would violate their beliefs regarding the nature of marriage?
Support
Do you support or oppose the legalization of marijuana for recreational use?
Oppose
Do you support or oppose the legalization of horse racing tracks in Tennessee at which bets can be placed on races?
Oppose
Would you support or oppose a nominee to the TN Supreme Court if there is credible evidence that the nominee believes the state or federal constitution should be viewed or interpreted as a “living” document?
Oppose
ESSAY QUESTIONS
Explain your view of state government’s role in relation to economic growth and/or job creation.
The State government's role is to create a business-friendly environment by reducing taxes and regulations in order for businesses to flourish. Businesses know how to operate on their own and burdensome regulations prevent them from achieving the economic growth necessary to provide the jobs Tennesseans need.
Explain your views regarding the roles state government and parents have in elementary and secondary education.
Parents should be actively involved in their children's education. Statistics show that the more parents are involved, the better the child performs in school. The state's role is to set forth standards and accountability measures for teachers and educators.
What is one of the most satisfying things you have ever done or accomplished and what made it so satisfying to you?
When I was 28 years old I started a my own business, opening a Nationwide office and growing it into a very successful operation. My wife and I worked very hard in the beginning and that allowed us to provide them with a great life. They have now grown up to be successful, productive members of society and I view their lives and successes as my legacy.
What personal qualities or experiences do you think will best serve you in your role as a state legislator?
I feel the many leadership positions I've held over the years along with my job experiences have given me the necessary skills to effectively represent the people of the 14th District. The time spent with my policy holders over the year gave me a look into their lives which allows me to see things from the perspectives of people from different walks of life. I also spent time as an Ag Teacher and coach and know the importance of education in a child's life.
What bill passed in the last General Assembly that you would have voted against and why, or what bill did not pass in the last General Assembly that you wish had passed and why?
I wish the Transgender Bathroom bill would have passed. I believe that allowing bathroom choice based on the gender one identifies as puts our children in danger by giving predators another opportunity to exploit.
