James Word
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| James Word | |
| Arkansas House of Representatives District 16 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 2008 | |
| Current term ends 2010 | |
| Political party | Democrat |
| Profession | Housing Director |
| Website | House site |
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James Word is a Democratic member of the Arkansas House of Representatives, representing the 16th District since 2008.
Word works as a housing director.[1]
Issue positions
Word provided answers to the Arkansas State Legislative Election 2008 Political Courage Test. The test provides voters with how a candidate would vote on the issues if elected. He did not respond when asked his legislative priorities.[2]
Committee membership
- City, County and Local Affairs Committee, Arkansas House
- Public Retirement and Social Security Programs Committee, Arkansas Assembly
- Public Transportation Committee, Arkansas House
- Subcommittee on Planning (Vice Chair)
- Subcommittee on Public Transportation and Rail
Sponsored legislation
Word's sponsored legislation includes:
- HB 1609 - "TO REQUIRE A CITY OF THE FIRST CLASS, A CITY OF THE SECOND CLASS, OR A TOWN TO ALLOW A CUSTOMER TO TAKE WATER OR SEWER SERVICE THROUGH A SINGLE METER IF THE SERVICE IS AT ONE LOCATION THAT IS PHYSICALLY INTEGRATED."
- HB 1956 - "TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS PROJECT GRADUATION COMMISSION."
- HB 2106 - "TO CREATE THE OFFENSE OF AGGRAVATED SHOPLIFTING."
For a full listing of sponsored bills, see the House site.
Major donors
Below are Word's top 5 campaign contributors in the 2008 election:[3]
| Contributor | 2008 total |
|---|---|
| James L Wood Arkansas | $5,000 |
| Lindseys Catering | $4,750 |
| James L Word | $4,691 |
| South Arkansas Telephone Co | $2,000 |
| Words Family Reunion Funds c/o Walter R Word | $2,000 |
External links
- Arkansas House of Representatives - Rep. James Word
- Project Vote Smart profile
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2000
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