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Gena is from Morganton, North Carolina, and attended Morganton High School. She studied nursing at Western Piedmont Community College. She currently lives in Glen Alpine. 

Gena is retired. She previously worked as a Registered Nurse for Easterseals, a non-profit organization, and the University of North Carolina Health at Blue Ridge. 

Ballotpedia, Gena Singleton

Gena Singleton's campaign for State Representative representing District 86 is her first run for public office. 

As of June 14, 2024, Gena Singleton did not have a website or any information online.

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NORTH CAROLINA GENERAL ASSEMBLY: REPRESENTATIVE HUGH BLACKWELL

Hugh previously worked as an attorney. He served as a Reserve in the U.S. Army. 

Ballotpedia, Hugh Blackwell

Hugh Blackwell is a State Representative for District 86. He was elected in 2009 and is serving his eighth term. He is currently the chair of the Education (K-12) and Judiciary III Committees, as well as the vice chair of the Appropriations on Education Committee.

As of June 14, 2024, Hugh Blackwell did not have a website or any information online.

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- Your State Representative participates in the legislative process at the state level. They are one of 129 members of the North Carolina House of Representatives. The North Carolina House of Representatives is the lower house of the North Carolina General Assembly (the state's lawmaking body).
- Your State Representative drafts laws, approves budgets, has oversight of the state executive branch, and debates and votes on proposed laws.
- In addition to drafting and voting on bills, your State Representative can serve on committees. This is important because many bills can be stalled in committee, preventing them making it to a vote.
- Your State Representative is responsible for representing your interests. They also are responsible for helping you navigate the state's services and bringing back resources to your district.
- State Representatives are elected to a 2-year term. There is no term limit.

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