Ballotpedia, Adam Tebrugge

Adam earned his bachelor's degrees in political science and religion from New College of Florida and his law degree from Florida State University. He and his wife Regina currently lives in Caney Fork, North Carolina. They have 2 children. Adam volunteers with the local "Cleaning up the Mountains" campaign.

Adam is an attorney. He has previously worked as an assistant public defender and as an adjunct law professor.

Adam Tebrugge previously ran for Florida Circuit Court Judge in 2002, Public Defender in 2008, and Florida House of Representatives, District 71, in 2012, but did not win.

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Said, "The North Carolina Senate has not been working on the important issues like affordable blue housing. It is time for a change."

- Said, "The North Carolina Senate has not been working on the important issues like affordable blue housing. It is time for a change."

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

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Believes that "women have the right to make their own healthcare decisions without interference from the state of North Carolina."

- Believes that "women have the right to make their own healthcare decisions without interference from the state of North Carolina."

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Adam Tebrugge

Adam Tebrugge is 62 years old, married to Regina, and they have two grown children. They moved to the Caney Fork community in Jackson County in 2017. Details about where he attended school, what church he attends, or further specifics about his family are not provided in the information given.

Adam Tebrugge is an attorney who has practiced since 1985, including 23 years as an assistant public defender in the Sarasota/Bradenton area. He has also served as an adjunct law professor for seven years. Additionally, Adam has experience in media, having developed, produced, and hosted the television program 'Law and Sarasota' from 2006 to 2015.

Adam Tebrugge has been a three-time candidate for public office in Florida, running for Circuit Court Judge in 2002, Public Defender in 2008, and the Florida House of Representatives in 2012. He is currently the Democratic nominee for North Carolina Senate District 50.

Believes every donation, big or small, helps register, educate, and activate voters in Western North Carolina. Plans to use contributions to fuel a journey towards a more inclusive and prosperous North Carolina.

Plans to focus on voter registration, education, and activation leading up to the November 5, 2024, elections.

Kevin was born and raised in Macon County, NC. He earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from Appalachian State University. He is married to Beth and they have 2 children. The family attends Holly Springs Baptist Church, where Kevin serves as a deacon.

Kevin is the owner of 2 insurance agencies, The Corbin Agency in Franklin, NC, and the Blue Ridge Insurance Group in Seneca, SC. Additionally, he has been involved with the Blue Cross Blue Shield NC Agents Advisory Board and was inducted into their Hall of Fame in 2013.

Kevin Corbin currently serves as state senator in District 50. He was elected in 2020 and served 1 term. He serves as chairman of the Appropriations on Health and Human Services and the State Healthcare Committee. He previously served as a member of the Macon County School Board for 20 years, and as chairman for 16 of those years. In addition, he served on the Macon County Board of Commissioners, later becoming chairman, and then as a state representative for District 120 in 2017, serving 1 term.

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Believes NC should lower corporate and individual income taxes to "put more money in the pockets of the citizens" and strengthen the state economy. Said, "WE DID THIS IN MACON COUNTY AND IT WORKS."

Believes the state should lower corporate and individual income taxes to "put more money in the pockets of the citizens" and strengthen the state economy.

Believes government should not spend money it doesn't have or impose unfunded mandates. As a State Senator, sponsored legislation to establish the state’s first “rainy day” fund for effective and efficient government operation.

As a state senator, sponsored legislation to establish the state’s first “rainy day” fund for effective and efficient government operation.

As a County Commissioner, maintained low taxes and fees, achieving the 4th lowest tax rate in NC.

As a county commissioner, maintained low taxes and fees, achieving the 4th lowest tax rate in the state.

Believes in minimal government regulation and empowering residents. As commissioner, passed only one regulation to demonstrate commitment to less government involvement.

As county commissioner, passed only one regulation to demonstrate commitment to less government involvement.

- Believes the state should lower corporate and individual income taxes to "put more money in the pockets of the citizens" and strengthen the state economy.
- As a state senator, sponsored legislation to establish the state’s first “rainy day” fund for effective and efficient government operation.
- As a county commissioner, maintained low taxes and fees, achieving the 4th lowest tax rate in the state.
- As county commissioner, passed only one regulation to demonstrate commitment to less government involvement.

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

The candidate's website says, "HEALTH CARE HALF HOUR: GETTING TO YES ON MEDICAID EXPANSION ACROSS POLITICAL DIVIDES"

Said, "I believe that the government must respect and protect all human life from conception to natural death."

- Supports expansion of Medicaid.
- Said, "I believe that the government must respect and protect all human life from conception to natural death."

Believes citizens should have access to campaign finance records and that voting is a fundamental right.

Said, "Citizens should have access to campaign finance records and that voting is a fundamental right."

- Said, "Citizens should have access to campaign finance records and that voting is a fundamental right."

NC Senate approves bill to ban transgender women from playing on female sports teams

Believes all children should have access to quality education and supports increasing teacher pay to competitive levels. Advocates for more classroom funding to prevent teachers from using personal funds for materials.

Wants to provide students access to quality education.

Believes NC teachers deserve competitive pay and supports using increased state revenues to achieve this. As a General Assembly member, worked to increase teacher pay and benefits.

Believes NC teachers deserve competitive pay and supports using increased state revenues to address this.

Opposes Common Core, calling it a "cookie-cutter Federal Plan" and believes North Carolina can develop better education policies.

Opposes Common Core, calling it a "cookie-cutter Federal Plan."

As a state senator, co-sponsored House Bill (HB) 574 which prohibits "transgender athletes from participating in middle school, high school and collegiate athletics."

- Wants to provide students access to quality education.
- Believes NC teachers deserve competitive pay and supports using increased state revenues to address this.
- Opposes Common Core, calling it a "cookie-cutter Federal Plan."
- As a state senator, co-sponsored House Bill (HB) 574 which prohibits "transgender athletes from participating in middle school, high school and collegiate athletics."

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Kevin Corbin

Kevin Corbin was born and raised in Macon County, North Carolina. He earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from Appalachian State University. He is married to Beth and they have two children, Matt and Maggie. The family attends Holly Springs Baptist Church, where Kevin serves as a deacon.

Kevin Corbin is the owner of two insurance agencies, The Corbin Agency in Franklin, NC, and the Blue Ridge Insurance Group in Seneca, SC. Additionally, he has been involved with the Blue Cross Blue Shield NC Agents Advisory Board and was inducted into their Hall of Fame in 2013.

Kevin Corbin currently serves as state senator in District 50. He was elected in 2020, has served one term, and serves as chairman of the Appropriations on Health and Human Services and the State Healthcare Committee. He began his political career on the Macon County School Board, serving for 20 years and as chairman for 16. He was elected to the Macon County Commission, later becoming chairman, and then to the North Carolina House of Representatives in 2017, representing the 120th District.

- Believes NC should lower corporate and individual income taxes to "put more money in the pockets of the citizens" and strengthen the state economy.
- As a County Commissioner, maintained low taxes and fees, achieving the 4th lowest tax rate in NC.
- As commissioner, passed only one regulation to demonstrate commitment to less government involvement.
- As a state senator, sponsored legislation to establish the state’s first “rainy day” fund for effective and efficient government operation.

Kevin Corbin was born and raised in Macon County, North Carolina, and is an Honors Graduate of Appalachian State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. He is married to Beth and they have two children, Matt and Maggie. The family attends Holly Springs Baptist Church, where Kevin serves as a deacon.

Kevin Corbin is the owner of two insurance agencies, The Corbin Agency in Franklin, NC, and the Blue Ridge Insurance Group in Seneca, SC. He has previously served on the Macon County School Board, the Macon County Commission, and was elected to the North Carolina House of Representatives in 2017 before being elected to the North Carolina Senate in 2020. Additionally, he has been involved with the Blue Cross Blue Shield NC Agents Advisory Board and was inducted into their Hall of Fame in 2013.

Kevin Corbin began his political career on the Macon County School Board, serving for 20 years and as chairman for 16. He was elected to the Macon County Commission, later becoming chairman, and then to the North Carolina House of Representatives in 2017, representing the 120th District. In 2020, he was elected to the North Carolina Senate, representing Senate District 50, where he serves as chairman of the Appropriations on Health and Human Services and the State Healthcare Committee, and is a member of several key committees including Commerce and Insurance, Education/Higher Education, Pensions, Retirement and Aging, and State and Local Government.

The candidate's website says, "North Carolina’s 50th Senate District remains a bastion of Republican power in the west; nonpartisan mapping site davesredistricting.org puts it at more than 62% red, utilizing a composite of actual vote counts from 2016 through 2020, rather than simple voter registration totals. Read More Here"

The candidate's website says, "An officer who risked her own safety to save the lives of others was hailed as a hero last week as she received honors from both the Maggie Valley Police Department and the region’s representatives in Raleigh."

The candidate's website says, "MACON COUNTY RECEIVES SURPRISE $62 MILLION GRANT TO BUILD NEW HIGH SCHOOL"

The candidate's website says, "NC Superintendent Catherine Truitt surprised Macon County Schools on Tuesday with the announcement that the district is being awarded funding from the Needs-Based Public School Capital Fund. Read More Here"

Believes in strong support for public education and providing teachers with necessary tools. As a member of the Macon County Board of Education, advocated for public education.

The candidate's website says, "The North Carolina Senate on Tuesday approved a controversial bill to prohibit transgender athletes from participating in middle school, high school and collegiate athletics. Read More Here"

- 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.

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