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Adam Driggs
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Arizona State Senate District 28
Incumbent
In office
2011-Present
Term ends
January 5, 2015
Years in position 2
PartyRepublican
Compensation
Base salary$24,000/year
Per diem$35/day for the first 120 days of regular session and for special sessions and $10/day thereafter.
Elections and appointments
First electedNovember 6, 2012
Next electionNovember 4, 2014
Term limitsFour consecutive terms
Prior offices
Arizona State House of Representatives
2007-2011
Education
Bachelor'sBrigham Young University, 1990
J.D.Arizona State University College of Law, 1993
Personal
BirthdayApril 22, 1965
Place of birthPhoenix, AZ
ProfessionAttorney
Websites
Office website
Personal website
CandidateVerification

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Adam Driggs (b. April 22, 1965) is a Republican member of the Arizona State Senate, representing District 28. He was first elected to the chamber in 2010. In the 2013 session, Driggs serves as Majority Whip.

Driggs served in the Arizona House of Representatives, representing the 11th District from 2007 to 2011.

Biography

Driggs' professional experience includes working as an Attorney with Driggs Law Group, and as a small business owner.

Committee assignments

2013-2014

At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Driggs served on the following committees:

Arizona Committee Assignments, 2013
• Elections
• Senate Ethics
• Judiciary, Vice Chair
• Rules

2011-2012

In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Driggs served on these committees:

Issues

Legislation

Driggs's sponsored bills include:

  • HB 2138 - graffiti implements; unlawful possession; minors
  • HB 2150 - animals; fighting
  • HB 2274 - paycheck deductions; political purposes; limitation
  • HB 2418 - concealed weapons; federal firearms licensee

For a full listed of sponsored bills see the House website.

Campaign themes

On his website Driggs lists his four major issue positions:[1]

  • Promote Quality K-12 Education - "Continue to improve quality of education through competition," "More resources towards math and science in our schools," and "Merit pay increases for our best teachers."
  • Help Grow the Economy - "Foster atmosphere beneficial to large and small businesses," and "Reduce Taxes on Individuals and Small Businesses."
  • Reduce High Crime Rate - "Combat child prostitution"
  • Secure Arizona Borders - "Coordinate federal and local law enforcement efforts," "Ensure the successful & fair implementation of our new Employer Sanction Laws," and "Vigorously prosecute all those involved in Human Smuggling."

Presidential preference

2012

See also: Endorsements by state officials of presidential candidates in the 2012 election

Adam Driggs endorsed Mitt Romney in the 2012 presidential election. [2]

Elections

2012

See also: Arizona State Senate elections, 2012

Driggs won election in the 2012 election for Arizona State Senate District 28. He ran unopposed in the August 28, 2012, Republican primary. He won the general election on November 6, 2012.[3][4]

Arizona State Senate, District 28, General Election, 2012
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Republican Green check mark.jpgAdam Driggs Incumbent 55.6% 49,160
     Democratic Eric Shelley 44.4% 39,243
Total Votes 88,403

2010

See also: Arizona House of Representatives elections, 2010

Driggs was eligible but did not seek re-election in 2010. He instead sought election to the district 11 seat of the Arizona State Senate. He won the August 24 primary and then defeated Democrat Rita Dickinson in the November 2 general election.[5][6]

Arizona State Senate, District 11 General Election (2010)
Candidates Votes
Green check mark.jpg Adam Driggs (R) 37,458
Rita Dickinson (D) 26,916
Arizona State Senate, District 11 Republican Primary (2010)
Candidates Votes
Green check mark.jpg Adam Driggs (R) 11,005
Rich Davis (R) 9,055
Andrew Smigielski (R) 2,634

Campaign themes

Driggs' website lists the following issues:

  • Public Safety
Excerpt: "I am committed to protecting our border and providing quality police, fire and emergency services."
  • Immigration
Excerpt: "...I have worked with other legislators to create sound immigration law."
  • Budget Transparency
Excerpt: "We must end back room deals during the budget process and create the budget in full view of the Arizona citizens."
  • Economic Growth
Excerpt: "Attracting quality jobs to our area is critical."
  • Protecting Seniors
Excerpt: "I will work hard to ensure that the Arizona Legislature is sensitive to the needs of our seniors."
  • Smaller Government
Excerpt: "Government has become too large and often ignores the will of the people."
  • Education
Excerpt: "Excellent educational opportunities are essential in building strong individuals, strong families and strong communities. "
  • Energy
Excerpt: "All of us have been adversely affected by the skyrocketing cost of fuel. The legislature can do more and I will work for better solutions to these serious problems."[7]

2008

On November 4, 2008, Driggs and Eric Meyer were elected to the 11th District Seat in the Arizona House of Representatives, defeating opponent Jon Altmann (R).[8]

Driggs raised $74,797 for the campaign, Meyer raised $42,008, and Altmann raised $74,541.[9]

Arizona State House, District 11 (2008)
Candidates Votes
Green check mark.jpg Adam Driggs (R) 39,439
Green check mark.jpg Eric Meyer (D) 39,114
Jon Altmann (R) 37,110

Campaign donors

Comprehensive donor information for Driggs is available dating back to 2006. Based on available campaign finance records, Driggs raised a total of $246,636 during that time period. This information was last updated on May 22, 2013.[10]

Adam Driggs's Campaign Contribution History
Year Office Result Contributions
2012 Arizona State Senate, District 28 Won $29,087
2010 Arizona State Senate, District 11 Won $109,395
2008 Arizona State House, District 11 Won $74,797
2006 Arizona State House, District 11 Won $33,357
Grand Total Raised $246,636

2012

Driggs won re-election to the Arizona State Senate in 2012. During that election cycle, Driggs raised a total of $29,087.

2010

Driggs won election to the Arizona State Senate in 2010. During that election cycle, Driggs raised a total of $109,395.

2008

Driggs won re-election to the Arizona House of Representatives in 2008. During that election cycle, Driggs raised a total of $74,797.

2006

Driggs won election to the Arizona House of Representatives in 2006. During that election cycle, Driggs raised a total of $33,357.

Personal

Driggs and his wife Leonore have four children.

He is a leader in the Boy Scouts, and volunteers with Habitat for Humanity.[11]

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References

  1. ↑ Adam Driggs Issues
  2. ↑ Mitt Romney for President, "Mitt Romney Announces Support of Additional Arizona Elected Officials," February 2, 2012
  3. ↑ Arizona Secretary of State - Primary candidate list
  4. ↑ C-SPAN/Associated Press, "August 28, 2012 Primary Results - Arizona," accessed August 28, 2012
  5. ↑ General election results
  6. ↑ Primary results
  7. ↑ Adam Driggs' campaign website, Issues
  8. ↑ 2008 general election results, Arizona
  9. ↑ Arizona House spending, 2008
  10. ↑ followthemoney.org, "Driggs, Adam," accessed May 22, 2013
  11. ↑ Project Vote Smart - Rep. Driggs
Political offices
Preceded by
Paula Aboud (D) 		Arizona State Senate District 28
2013–present 		Succeeded by
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Preceded by
Barbara Leff 		Arizona State Senate District 11
2011–2013 		Succeeded by
Al Melvin (R)
Preceded by
- 		Arizona State House District 11
2007–2011 		Succeeded by
Kate Brophy McGee
v • d • e
Reddot.png Current members of the Arizona State Senate
Senate President: Steve Pierce (R) • Majority Leader: Andy Biggs (R) • Minority Leader: David Schapira (D)
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