Ballotpedia - James Reavis

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James obtained a law degree and a master's degree in public administration from the University of Montana.

James is an attorney in private practice and works in family law, criminal defense, and appeals before the Montana Supreme Court. He previously worked as a public defender for over a decade. He is also a small business owner.

James Reavis ran for State Representative in State House District 50 in 2022 but did not win.

Supports paid family leave and said, "No one should have to choose between financial struggle and caring for their newborn or sick child."

Said, "I support affordable housing for everyone. We must address rising residential property taxes."

Said, "I support protecting seniors on fixed incomes from unfair price hikes."

Supports unions and wants to create "good-paying jobs" for Montana.

- Supports paid family leave and said, "No one should have to choose between financial struggle and caring for their newborn or sick child."
- Said, "I support affordable housing for everyone. We must address rising residential property taxes."
- Said, "I support protecting seniors on fixed incomes from unfair price hikes."
- Supports unions and wants to create "good-paying jobs" for Montana.

Economy

Said, "I support a healthy environment, clean water, and clean air."

- Said, "I support a healthy environment, clean water, and clean air."

Energy & the Environment

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Received bariatric surgery and said, "Despite having a job with supposedly 'great benefits,' my health insurance refused to cover this life-changing surgery, forcing me to pay out-of-pocket. We deserve better from our healthcare."

- Supports affordable health care.
- Received bariatric surgery and said, "Despite having a job with supposedly 'great benefits,' my health insurance refused to cover this life-changing surgery, forcing me to pay out-of-pocket. We deserve better from our healthcare."
- Wants to improve mental health services.
- Wants to expand Medicaid.

Healthcare

Said, "Last session, I drafted and helped pass legislation that protected children from sexual assault and removed red tape in state government."

Supports public safety policies and wants to reform mental health and juvenile institutions.

- Said, "Last session, I drafted and helped pass legislation that protected children from sexual assault and removed red tape in state government."
- Supports the LGBTQ+ community.
- Supports public safety policies and wants to reform mental health and juvenile institutions.

Public Safety

Said, "I support protecting all your fundamental rights under the U.S. and Montana Constitutions."

- Said, "I support protecting all your fundamental rights under the U.S. and Montana Constitutions."

Voting & Elections

Supports public schools and a "quality education for all."

- Supports public schools and a "quality education for all."
- Wants to remove lead pipes from schools.

Education

James Reavis

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