Craig Ford
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| Craig Ford | |
| Alabama House of Representatives District 28 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 2000 | |
| Current term ends 2010 | |
| Political party | Democrat |
| Profession | Business owner |
| Website | House site |
Craig Ford is a Democratic member of the Alabama House of Representatives, representing the 28th district, Etowah County. He was first elected in 2000.
Ford is the co-owner of The Messenger Newspaper, owner of the Hodges Ford Insurance Agency, and a Captain in the United States Army Reserves.
He is a member of the Alabama Retired Teachers Association, coach of the Church Royal Ambassadors Basketball League, and Deacon at the First Baptist Church of Gadsden.[1]
Issue positions
Ford's answers to the Alabama State Legislative Election 2006 National Political Awareness Test are provided. The test provides voters with how a candidate would vote on the issues if elected. He did not provide an answer when asked his top legislative priorities.[2]
Committee membership
- Banking and Insurance Committee, Alabama House of Representatives
- Public Safety Committee, Alabama House of Representatives
- Rules Committee, Alabama House of Representatives
- Subcommittee on Banking Regulations (Vice Chair)
- Subcommittee on Recreation and Lodging Facilities
- Subcommittee on Resolutions (Chair)
- Subcommittee on Vehicle Regulations (Chair)
- Tourism and Travel Committee, Alabama House of Representatives
Major donors
Below are Ford's top 5 campaign contributors in the 2006 election:[3]
| Contributor | 2006 total |
|---|---|
| AL Education Assoc | $20,000 |
| AL Farmers Federation | $16,483 |
| Seth Hammett | $10,500 |
| Business Council of AL | $7,500 |
| Alabama Assoc of Realtors | $7,000 |
External links
- Alabama Legislature - Craig Ford
- Project Vote Smart - Craig Ford
- State Surge - Legislative and voting track record
- Alabama House of Representatives Democratic Caucus
- Campaign contributions: 2008, 2006, 2002
References
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