Representative Ted Davis, Jr. (Rep)

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Ted earned a bachelor's degree in political science from University of North Carolina at Charlotte and a law degree from Wake Forest University Law School. He is married to his wife, Jane, and together they have 2 children and 4 grandchildren.

Ted worked as an assistant county attorney, assistant state district attorney, and assistant U.S. attorney before establishing his own solo law practice in 1984, which he retired from in 2016. Davis has also been appointed to the Southern Legislative Conference of The Council of State Governments and has served on various interim committees.

Ted Davis, Jr. is a state representative serving District 20. He was appointed in September 2012, re-elected in November 2012, and is serving his sixth term. He previously served on the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners from 1996 to 2012 for 4 terms.

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As a House Representative, supported the film industry by securing $31 million per year in recurring funding for the film grant program. Plans to continue supporting the film industry as an important economic engine.

As a state representative, supported the film industry by securing $31 million per year in recurring funding for the film grant program.

- As a state representative, supported the film industry by securing $31 million per year in recurring funding for the film grant program.

Economy

Supports Senate Bill 678 to increase investments in nuclear energy in North Carolina.

Supports Senate Bill (SB) 678 to increase investments in nuclear energy in North Carolina.

As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 1095 to ensure responsible parties pay for PFAS contamination cleanup, protecting public water system ratepayers.

As a state representative, sponsored House Bill (HB) 1095 to ensure responsible parties pay for PFAS contamination cleanup, protecting public water system ratepayers.

As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 313 to fund transportation resilience against natural disasters.

As a state representative, sponsored HB313 to fund transportation resilience against natural disasters.

As a member of the Legislature, supported funding for the USS Battleship North Carolina Living with Water improvement project to reduce flooding and restore aquatic habitats.

As a state representative, supported funding for the USS Battleship North Carolina Living with Water improvement project to reduce flooding and restore aquatic habitats.

As Senior Chairman of the House Select Committee on River Quality, worked with DEQ to pass legislation and secure funding to address contaminants in drinking water, air, groundwater wells, soil, and sediment.

As senior chairman of the House Select Committee on River Quality, worked with DEQ to pass legislation and secure funding to address contaminants in drinking water, air, groundwater wells, soil, and sediment.

- Supports Senate Bill (SB) 678 to increase investments in nuclear energy in North Carolina.
- As a state representative, sponsored House Bill (HB) 1095 to ensure responsible parties pay for PFAS contamination cleanup, protecting public water system ratepayers.
- As a state representative, sponsored HB313 to fund transportation resilience against natural disasters.
- As a state representative, supported funding for the USS Battleship North Carolina Living with Water improvement project to reduce flooding and restore aquatic habitats.
- As senior chairman of the House Select Committee on River Quality, worked with DEQ to pass legislation and secure funding to address contaminants in drinking water, air, groundwater wells, soil, and sediment.

Energy & the Environment

Supports policies to make healthcare more affordable for North Carolinians.

Supports policies addressing healthcare affordability for North Carolinians.

As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 1108 to improve the efficiency and economy of inmate healthcare, potentially saving North Carolina $13,400,000 annually.

As a state representative, sponsored HB1108 to improve the efficiency and economy of inmate healthcare, potentially saving North Carolina $13,400,000 annually.

- Supports policies addressing healthcare affordability for North Carolinians.
- As a state representative, sponsored HB1108 to improve the efficiency and economy of inmate healthcare, potentially saving North Carolina $13,400,000 annually.

Healthcare

As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 770 to require voting systems to create cast vote records and authorize public access to them. Plans to reintroduce the bill in the 2024 Short Session.

As a state representative, sponsored HB770 to require voting systems to create cast vote records and authorize public access to them.

Opposes private funding for election administration. As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 641 to prevent election boards from accepting private donations or in-kind contributions.

As a state representative, sponsored HB641 to prevent election boards from accepting private donations or in-kind contributions.

As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 303 to reduce early voting days from seventeen to eight. Plans to revisit the bill in the 2024 Short Session.

As a state representative, sponsored HB303 to reduce early voting days from seventeen to eight.

- As a state representative, sponsored HB770 to require voting systems to create cast vote records and authorize public access to them.
- As a state representative, sponsored HB641 to prevent election boards from accepting private donations or in-kind contributions.
- As a state representative, sponsored HB303 to reduce early voting days from seventeen to eight.

Voting & Elections

Supports the Second Amendment and law enforcement, opposes "Defund the Police" movements, and advocates for proper funding to ensure community safety.

Opposes gun control and "Defund the Police" movements, and advocates for proper funding of law enforcement.

Believes comprehensive reform is needed to address gun violence, mental health services, social and criminal justice reforms, and existing gun laws. Said, "Addressing one symptom while not addressing all of the causes will do little to avert a future tragedy."

Believes comprehensive reform is needed to address gun violence, mental health services, social and criminal justice reforms, and existing gun laws, saying, "Addressing one symptom while not addressing all of the causes will do little to avert a future tragedy."

Supports a bipartisan committee to address discrimination, excessive force, and corruption in the criminal justice system to improve public safety for all North Carolinians.

As a lead primary sponsor, revised the Criminal Gang Nuisance Act and the Criminal Gang Suppression Act, increasing penalties for firearm use in gang activities and felonies, and for felons possessing firearms.

As Co-Chair of the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Justice and Public Safety, examines and recommends improvements for North Carolina's correctional, law enforcement, and juvenile justice systems. Believes in protecting the public and rehabilitating offenders.

As co-chair of the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Justice and Public Safety, examines and recommends improvements for North Carolina's correctional, law enforcement, and juvenile justice systems.

As a House Representative, secured $4,000,000 in funding for the State Search and Rescue Program to equip and train emergency responders. Believes in providing necessary resources for public safety personnel to effectively respond to emergencies.

As a state representative, secured $4,000,000 in funding for the State Search and Rescue Program to equip and train emergency responders.

- Opposes gun control and "Defund the Police" movements, and advocates for proper funding of law enforcement.
- Believes comprehensive reform is needed to address gun violence, mental health services, social and criminal justice reforms, and existing gun laws, saying, "Addressing one symptom while not addressing all of the causes will do little to avert a future tragedy."
- Supports a bipartisan committee to address discrimination, excessive force, and corruption in the criminal justice system to improve public safety for all North Carolinians.
- As a lead primary sponsor, revised the Criminal Gang Nuisance Act and the Criminal Gang Suppression Act, increasing penalties for firearm use in gang activities and felonies, and for felons possessing firearms.
- As co-chair of the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Justice and Public Safety, examines and recommends improvements for North Carolina's correctional, law enforcement, and juvenile justice systems.
- As a state representative, secured $4,000,000 in funding for the State Search and Rescue Program to equip and train emergency responders.

Public Safety

Believes in providing an early college experience to make students college- and career-ready. Supports earning a high school diploma alongside career-based credentials and certifications at no cost.

Supports earning a high school diploma alongside career-based credentials and certifications at no cost.

Believes a 12% annual pay increase for teachers helps maintain North Carolina's leadership in teacher excellence. Highlights North Carolina's top ranking with 24,243 teachers achieving national certification.

Believes a 12% annual pay increase for teachers helps maintain North Carolina's leadership in teacher excellence.

Supports creating a coffee bar to help students develop entrepreneurship skills, including planning, financial management, and production- and service-oriented skills.

Supports Senate Bill 49, the “Parents’ Bill of Rights,” affirming parental involvement in their child’s education, well-being, privacy, and safety.

Supports SB49, the “Parents’ Bill of Rights,” affirming parental involvement in their child’s education, well-being, privacy, and safety.

Supports computer labs to train students in health-science medical coding, hospitality and tourism, and sports management.

Supports constructing computer labs for training students in "health-science medical coding, hospitality and tourism, and sports management."

As a House Representative, sponsored legislation requiring public schools to provide information on child abuse, neglect, and sexual abuse to students in grades 6-12. Supports measures to protect children from abuse and neglect through education policies.

As a state representative, sponsored legislation requiring public schools to provide information on child abuse, neglect, and sexual abuse to students in grades 6-12.

- Supports earning a high school diploma alongside career-based credentials and certifications at no cost.
- Believes a 12% annual pay increase for teachers helps maintain North Carolina's leadership in teacher excellence.
- Supports creating a coffee bar to help students develop entrepreneurship skills, including planning, financial management, and production- and service-oriented skills.
- Supports SB49, the “Parents’ Bill of Rights,” affirming parental involvement in their child’s education, well-being, privacy, and safety.
- Supports constructing computer labs for training students in "health-science medical coding, hospitality and tourism, and sports management."
- As a state representative, sponsored legislation requiring public schools to provide information on child abuse, neglect, and sexual abuse to students in grades 6-12.

Education

As a House Representative, urged Governor Cooper to deploy NC National Guard troops to the border and mandate local police cooperation with ICE. Said, "The Biden Administration has utterly failed to secure our border," impacting North Carolina's resources and safety.

Said, "The Biden Administration has utterly failed to secure our border."

As a House Representative, co-sponsored House Resolution 897, "Support for Israel," condemning Hamas attacks on Israeli civilians. Supports bipartisan foreign policy initiatives.

As a state representative, co-sponsored House Resolution (HR)897, "Support for Israel," condemning Hamas' attacks on Israeli civilians.

Supports a strong military and veterans' services, emphasizing North Carolina's commitment to veterans' quality of life and employment opportunities.

- Said, "The Biden Administration has utterly failed to secure our border."
- As a state representative, co-sponsored House Resolution (HR)897, "Support for Israel," condemning Hamas' attacks on Israeli civilians.
- Supports a strong military and veterans' services, emphasizing North Carolina's commitment to veterans' quality of life and employment opportunities.

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Ted Davis, Jr.

Ted earned a bachelor's degree in political science from University of North Carolina at Charlotte and a law degree from Wake Forest University Law School. He is married to his wife, Jane, and together they have two children and four grandchildren.

Ted worked as an Assistant New Hanover County Attorney, Assistant State District Attorney, and Assistant United States Attorney before establishing his own solo law practice in 1984, which he retired from in July 2016. Davis has also been appointed to the Southern Legislative Conference of The Council of State Governments and has served on various interim committees.

Ted Davis, Jr. currently serves as state representative in District 20. He was appointed in September 2012, re-elected in November 2012, and has served 6 full terms. He previously served on the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners from 1996 to 2012.

As a House Representative, supported the film industry by securing $31 million per year in recurring funding for the film grant program.

Believes North Carolina's qualified workforce and renewable energy advancements attract high-dollar deals and advanced manufacturing expansions. Supports the state's growth in solar and wind energy, ranking high in national production and potential.

The candidate's website says, "North Carolina tops CNBC’s state business competitiveness rankings for the second year in a row as workers flock to take advantage of a booming economy, world-class workforce, and the growing operations of companies within the state. North Carolina ranks first in the all-important Workforce category of CNBC’s study. In particular, the state is a leader in attracting and retaining talent across a range of industries, said Josh Wright, an executive vice president with labor market analytics firm Lightcast, which provided some of the data for the CNBC study."

The candidate's website says, "PenFed Foundation ranked Raleigh #1 among the top 20 cities for former U.S. service members to start a business. The report considered and weighed a range of factors, including tax rates; available government contract dollars; inflation; home prices; new business openings; bankruptcies; venture capital deals; business survival rates; and financial and relational support for veterans."

Supports providing substantial COVID-19 relief for small businesses. As a House Representative, sponsored the Pandemic Response Act (HB 1043) to allocate nearly $1.6 billion in aid.

The candidate's website says, "In the latest Container Port Performance Index (CPPI), North Carolina Ports’ container terminal at the Port of Wilmington has been ranked as the most productive port in America in 2022. The technical report produced by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence also ranks North Carolina Ports as the 44th most productive port in the world. With the support of the State Legislature, North Carolina Ports continues to have success, growth, and more opportunities to continue the significant economic impact that it has on our state."

Believes tourism significantly boosts the economy by generating over $613 million annually, creating 6,470 jobs, and contributing $54 million to state and local taxes. Said, "Each county resident saves an estimated $228.31 annually in taxes."

The candidate's website says, "North Carolina is the #4 ranked biotech hub state in the country. The Research Triangle is fast-becoming a place where biotech companies feel good about locating and expanding. There are 790 life sciences companies and 2,500 related service providers calling it home. The biggest names in pharma—Biogen, Novartis, Pfizer and more—have space there. The region is also ranked No. 3 in National Institutes of Health funding and is a leader in biologics manufacturing."

Supports allocating $15 million for tourism industry support.

Supports expanding rural broadband with a $9 million investment.

- As a House Representative, supported the film industry by securing $31 million per year in recurring funding for the film grant program.

Opposes using state investments to support the "radical Environmental, Social, And Governance (ESG) Criteria liberal agenda."

Believes in a bipartisan approach to strengthening infrastructure and protecting property values against flooding and rising seas. Said, “My membership signals a shared bipartisan commitment to strengthening North Carolina’s infrastructure, protecting property values, safeguarding taxpayer dollars, and saving lives.”

Said, “My membership signals a shared bipartisan commitment to strengthening North Carolina’s infrastructure, protecting property values, safeguarding taxpayer dollars, and saving lives.”

The candidate's website says, "In three of the past five years, a major hurricane has hit North Carolina, causing record-level flooding and leaving a lasting, devastating impact on communities across the state. Hurricanes Matthew and Florence, in 2016 and 2018 respectively, caused an estimated $27 billion in economic damage, including nearly $3 billion in agricultural losses across North Carolina. Since 2000, more than 545,000 home and property owners in the state have made flood damage claims through FEMA. New data shows that over the next 30 years, nearly 604,000 inland and coastal properties in North Carolina may be at substantial risk of flooding."

Believes North Carolina is becoming a hub for green energy investments.

Believes in protecting the health and safety of North Carolinians. As a recipient of a letter from DEQ Secretary Michael Regan, was recognized for his commitment to environmental protection.

- As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 1095 to ensure responsible parties pay for PFAS contamination cleanup, protecting public water system ratepayers.
- As Senior Chairman of the House Select Committee on River Quality, worked with DEQ to pass legislation and secure funding to address contaminants in drinking water, air, groundwater wells, soil, and sediment.
- As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 313 to fund transportation resilience against natural disasters.
- As a member of the Legislature, supported funding for the USS Battleship North Carolina Living with Water improvement project to reduce flooding and restore aquatic habitats.
- Supports Senate Bill 678 to increase investments in nuclear energy in North Carolina.

- Supports policies addressing healthcare affordability for North Carolinians.
- As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 1108 to improve the efficiency and economy of inmate healthcare, potentially saving North Carolina $13,400,000 annually.

As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 770 to require voting systems to create cast vote records and authorize public access to them.

As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 641 to prevent election boards from accepting private donations or in-kind contributions.

As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 303 to reduce early voting days from seventeen to eight.

Believes in strengthening election integrity by requiring mail-in ballots to be received by 7:30 pm on Election Day.

Believes the redistricting process was flawed, showing no consideration for incumbents, resulting in both him and Representative Holly Grange being placed in the same district.

Supports using Retrievable Ballots for same-day registration to ensure voter identity and eligibility verification.

Supports maintaining accurate voter registration records by removing ineligible voters and updating voter information.

Believes in restructuring the state Board of Elections to ensure "No Partisan Advantage in Elections" by splitting appointments between majority and minority party leaders.

Supports allowing certified poll observers to witness the setup of voting places before voters arrive.

The candidate's website says, "Current Member: National Conference of State Legislatures Redistricting and Elections Standing Committee."

- As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 770 to require voting systems to create cast vote records and authorize public access to them.
- As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 641 to prevent election boards from accepting private donations or in-kind contributions.
- As a House Representative, sponsored House Bill 303 to reduce early voting days from seventeen to eight.

Believes North Carolina's disorganized criminal code causes inefficiencies and unfairness in the justice system. Supports efforts to consolidate crimes within the North Carolina General Statutes.

Believes comprehensive reform is needed to address gun violence, mental health services, social and criminal justice reforms, and existing gun laws and said, "Addressing one symptom while not addressing all of the causes will do little to avert a future tragedy."

As a House Representative, sponsored legislation to reduce human trafficking demand and expand post-conviction relief for victims.

As Chairman of Justice and Public Safety Appropriations, sponsored House Bill 830 to secure $300,000 per year in recurring funds for the Wilmington Opioid Quick Response Team.

Supports improving police training and community relations, and reviewing the Second Chance Act and Raise the Age initiatives.

As a House Representative, secured $4,000,000 in funding for the State Search and Rescue Program to equip and train emergency responders.

As Co-Chair of the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Justice and Public Safety, examines and recommends improvements for North Carolina's correctional, law enforcement, and juvenile justice systems.

- Opposes gun control and "Defund the Police" movements, and advocates for proper funding of law enforcement.
- Believes comprehensive reform is needed to address gun violence, mental health services, social and criminal justice reforms, and existing gun laws and said, "Addressing one symptom while not addressing all of the causes will do little to avert a future tragedy."
- As a lead primary sponsor, revised the Criminal Gang Nuisance Act and the Criminal Gang Suppression Act, increasing penalties for firearm use in gang activities and felonies, and for felons possessing firearms.
- Supports a bipartisan committee to address discrimination, excessive force, and corruption in the criminal justice system to improve public safety for all North Carolinians.
- As a House Representative, secured $4,000,000 in funding for the State Search and Rescue Program to equip and train emergency responders.
- As Co-Chair of the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Justice and Public Safety, examines and recommends improvements for North Carolina's correctional, law enforcement, and juvenile justice systems.

As a House Representative, sponsored legislation requiring public schools to provide information on child abuse, neglect, and sexual abuse to students in grades 6-12.

The candidate's website says, "North Carolina was one of five Leading States, and highlights of its data-driven work include: investing $1 million for high-impact research and evaluation projects on topics including student and teacher outcomes, workforce development, and domestic violence; requiring agencies to include in their strategic plans priority needs for new evidence to help design and implement effective solutions in the future; developing public participation plans to involve communities across the state in environmental policy concerns and to increase transparency in government decision-making; and holding a statewide listening tour to collect public feedback on digital equity plans."

Supports hands-on learning opportunities in K-12 education to prepare students for careers in residential construction.

Supports allocating $75 million for school nutrition.

Supports funding educational initiatives, such as allocating "$1 million for equipping buses with Wi-Fi."

- As a House Representative, sponsored legislation requiring public schools to provide information on child abuse, neglect, and sexual abuse to students in grades 6-12.
- Supports earning a high school diploma alongside career-based credentials and certifications at no cost.
- Believes a 12% annual pay increase for teachers helps maintain North Carolina's leadership in teacher excellence.
- Supports creating a coffee bar to help students develop entrepreneurship skills, including planning, financial management, and production- and service-oriented skills.
- Supports Senate Bill 49, the “Parents’ Bill of Rights,” affirming parental involvement in their child’s education, well-being, privacy, and safety.
- Supports constructing computer labs for training students in "health-science medical coding, hospitality and tourism, and sports management."

As a House Representative, co-sponsored House Resolution 897, "Support for Israel," condemning Hamas attacks on Israeli civilians.

Supports honoring veterans and the military, emphasizing the sacrifices made for national freedoms.

Believes in honoring veterans for their service to the state and nation. As a House Representative, supported a resolution expressing appreciation for veterans, which was unanimously passed on April 15, 2015.

Believes in honoring veterans and supporting military personnel. As a House Representative, sponsored HB665 to honor the state’s veterans.

- Said, "The Biden Administration has utterly failed to secure our border."
- As a House Representative, co-sponsored House Resolution 897, "Support for Israel," condemning Hamas attacks on Israeli civilians.
- Supports a strong military and veterans' services, emphasizing North Carolina's commitment to veterans' quality of life and employment opportunities.

Ted Davis, Jr. is a graduate of New Hanover High School, holds a degree in Political Science from UNC-CH, and a JD degree from Wake Forest University Law School. He is married to his wife, Jane, for 43 years, and together they have raised a son, Ted III (Teddy), and a daughter, Amy, who are both married, and they have four grandchildren. Ted Davis, Jr. has a Havanese dog named Oreo. There is no information provided about where he currently lives or what church he attends.

Ted Davis, Jr. has a diverse legal and legislative background. He served as an Assistant New Hanover County Attorney, Assistant State District Attorney, and Assistant United States Attorney before establishing his own solo law practice in 1984, which he retired from in July 2016. His legislative career includes being appointed to the North Carolina House of Representatives in 2012 and subsequently being re-elected multiple times. Additionally, he has served on various committees, including finance, judiciary, and regulatory reform.

Ted Davis, Jr. has been involved in politics for several decades, serving on the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners from 1996 to 2012 and being appointed to the North Carolina House of Representatives in September 2012. He was subsequently elected to the House in November 2012 and re-elected in 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020, and 2022. Throughout his tenure, he has served on numerous committees, including as Chair of the Judiciary III, Local Government, and Appropriations-Justice and Public Safety committees, and as Vice-Chair of the Appropriations, Education-Universities, and Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House committees. Davis has also been appointed to the Southern Legislative Conference of The Council of State Governments and has served on various interim committees.

Supports expanding testing and contact tracing for COVID-19 with a $25 million investment.

Believes in addressing "immediate needs, like purchasing personal protective equipment and expanding digital infrastructure" in healthcare. Supports measures to enhance public health and digital readiness in response to COVID-19.

Believes in allocating "$20 million for behavioral health."

As a House Representative, supported a community paramedicine pilot project to reduce health care costs for emergency services and hospital stays.

Believes in prioritizing "research and vaccine development to fight the virus." Supports healthcare initiatives addressing public health and COVID-19.

Believes in supporting local governments, community healthcare services, job retention grants, and programs for vulnerable populations.

Supports allocating $65 million to rural hospitals.

Attended a legislative briefing discussing potential legislation affecting hospitals, rising medical care costs, and Medicaid expansion.

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