Jim is originally from Knoxville, Tennessee. He earned his bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Tennessee Knoxville. Jim and his wife, Ann, have 3 children and 4 grandchildren. He attends Crossroads Baptist Church.

Jim is the president and owner of C&D Insurance, chairman of the board to New Horizon Insurance Group, president of B.C. Property Inc., and a partner in John Hiester Automotive.

Jim Burgin is currently serves as State Senator for North Carolina State Senate District 12. He was first elected in 2019 and is serving his third term. He previously served 2 terms as a Harnett County Commissioner, including 3 years as chairman.

Believes a sound economy should provide opportunities for all North Carolinians, especially in rural areas. Supports promoting jobs in agricultural manufacturing to reduce commuting and keep money within the 12th District.

Supports promoting jobs in agricultural manufacturing to reduce commuting and keep money within the 12th District.

Said, "We need new ideas that promote jobs for those in rural areas of the district, while we continue to grow our urban areas and cities through free enterprise."

- Supports promoting jobs in agricultural manufacturing to reduce commuting and keep money within the 12th District.
- Said, "We need new ideas that promote jobs for those in rural areas of the district, while we continue to grow our urban areas and cities through free enterprise."

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As of June 14, 2024, Jim Burgin’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Opposes abortion except for medical emergencies.

Opposes the legalization of recreational marijuana.

Wants to improve healthcare for rural areas.

- Opposes abortion except for medical emergencies.
- Opposes the legalization of recreational marijuana.
- Wants to improve healthcare for rural areas.

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Believes the opioid epidemic is "devastating families and communities" and aims to advocate for those struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues.

Opposes the creation of new gun control legislation and believes the "strict enforcement of current laws" is sufficient.

- Believes the opioid epidemic is "devastating families and communities" and aims to advocate for those struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues.
- Opposes the creation of new gun control legislation and believes the "strict enforcement of current laws" is sufficient.

Public Safety

Believes education is crucial for children's future. Supports local decision-making in education while ensuring adherence to statewide goals and standards.

Supports local decision-making in education while ensuring adherence to statewide goals and standards.

- Supports local decision-making in education while ensuring adherence to statewide goals and standards.

Education

Supports construction of a  wall and other infrastructure to control the border.

- Supports construction of a  wall and other infrastructure to control the border.

Foreign Policy and Immigration

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24-7, Tanya Anderson Celebrated for Dedication to the Postal Service

Tanya earned her associate's degree in paralegal studies from Liberty University, her bachelor's degree in psychology from Campbell Universiy, and her master's degree in human resources from Webster University.

Tanya currently works at the United States Postal Service as a technicican city carrier and sustomer service supervisor. She served in the US Army.

Tanya White Anderson's campaign for State Senator of District 12 is her first run for public office.

Said, "Tanya will work for policies that support working families, like increasing access to affordable housing."

- Said, "Tanya will work for policies that support working families, like increasing access to affordable housing."

As of June 14, 2024, Tanya White Anderson’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Plans to increase access to quality education by increasing public school funding, teacher pay, and support for students.

- Plans to increase access to quality education by increasing public school funding, teacher pay, and support for students.

Wants to improve veterans' housing and healthcare.

- Wants to improve veterans' housing and healthcare.

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- Your State Senator participates in the legislative process at the state level. They are one of 50 members of the North Carolina Senate. The North Carolina Senate is the upper house of the North Carolina General Assembly (the state's lawmaking body).
- Your State Senator 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 Senator can serve on committees. This is important because many bills can be stalled in committee, preventing them making it to a vote.
- Your State Senator 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.
- The State Senator is elected to a 2-year term. There is no term limit.