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Chris Stephens

DEMOCRAT

Chris Stephens is running for Georgia US Representative, District 12, Democratic Primary.

Personal background

Chris Stephens holds an Associate degree in Criminal Justice (Horry-Georgetown Technical College, 1999), a Bachelor's degree in Political Science (Coastal Carolina University, 2010), and a Master's degree in Public Administration (Augusta University, 2024).

Professional background

Chris joined a police explorers program at age 16, became an emergency dispatcher by 18, and went on to serve as a police officer for 15 years.

Economy

Supports a tax system where corporations and the wealthiest pay their share to relieve the burden on working families and small businesses.

Supports cutting red tape in the H-2A visa system to provide farmers with a reliable workforce and advocates for fair treatment and dignity for workers in agriculture.

Will fight to bring home federal funding for safer roads, stronger bridges, and affordable housing so families have a place they can be proud to call home.

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Public Safety

Supports prevention programs like youth mentorship, mental health care, and drug prevention to keep families safe before problems arise.

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Healthcare

Supports expanding access to affordable healthcare and mental health services for families.

Wants to cut red tape at the VA, expand access to mental health care, and ensure veterans receive timely, quality care close to home.

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Education

Supports federal funding to strengthen schools, expand trade schools and apprenticeships, and increase Pell Grants for college affordability.

Supports strengthening trade schools, apprenticeships, and higher education to provide young people with diverse pathways for building their futures.

Supports federal funding for parks, ballfields, and recreation centers to provide safe, healthy spaces for children and families.

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Energy & the Environment

As of March 11, 2026, Chris Stephens’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Foreign Policy and Immigration

As of March 11, 2026, Chris Stephens’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Voting & Elections

Supports fair, open, and accessible elections, respecting every person's voice in democracy.

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