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Norman Orrall
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2019 - Present
2027
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Norman Orrall (Republican Party) is a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, representing the 12th Bristol District. He assumed office on January 2, 2019. His current term ends on January 6, 2027.
Orrall (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the Massachusetts House of Representatives to represent the 12th Bristol District. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Committee assignments
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2023-2024
Orrall was assigned to the following committees:
- Joint Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures, and State Assets
- Elder Affairs Joint Committee (decommissioned)
- Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture Joint Committee
- Municipalities and Regional Government Joint Committee
- Transportation Joint Committee
2021-2022
Orrall was assigned to the following committees:
- Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture Joint Committee, House ranking minority member
- Municipalities and Regional Government Joint Committee
- Transportation Joint Committee
2019-2020
Orrall was assigned to the following committees:
- Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture Joint Committee
- State Administration and Regulatory Oversight Joint Committee, Ranking Minority
- Transportation Joint Committee
- House Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets Committee
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2024
See also: Massachusetts House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District
Incumbent Norman Orrall won election in the general election for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Norman Orrall (R) | 98.7 | 18,757 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 1.3 | 238 | ||
| Total votes: 18,995 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District
Incumbent Norman Orrall advanced from the Republican primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District on September 3, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Norman Orrall | 99.6 | 1,685 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.4 | 7 | ||
| Total votes: 1,692 | |||
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Endorsements
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2022
See also: Massachusetts House of Representatives elections, 2022
General election
General election for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District
Incumbent Norman Orrall won election in the general election for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Norman Orrall (R) | 98.5 | 12,370 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 1.5 | 186 | ||
| Total votes: 12,556 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District
No candidate advanced from the primary.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| David French (Write-in) | 42.1 | 75 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 57.9 | 103 | ||
Vote totals may be incomplete for this race. | ||||
| Total votes: 178 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District
Incumbent Norman Orrall advanced from the Republican primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District on September 6, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Norman Orrall | 99.8 | 2,009 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.2 | 4 | ||
| Total votes: 2,013 | |||
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2020
See also: Massachusetts House of Representatives elections, 2020
General election
General election for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District
Incumbent Norman Orrall won election in the general election for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Norman Orrall (R) | 98.2 | 16,865 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 1.8 | 307 | ||
| Total votes: 17,172 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- David French (D)
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District
David French defeated Allin John Frawley in the Democratic primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District on September 1, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | David French (Write-in) | 22.3 | 159 | |
 | Allin John Frawley (Write-in) | 19.6 | 140 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 58.1 | 414 | ||
| Total votes: 713 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District
Incumbent Norman Orrall advanced from the Republican primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District on September 1, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Norman Orrall | 98.7 | 1,993 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 1.3 | 26 | ||
| Total votes: 2,019 | |||
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2018
General election
General election for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District
Norman Orrall defeated Allin John Frawley in the general election for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Norman Orrall (R) | 52.1 | 8,365 | |
| Allin John Frawley (D) | 47.9 | 7,689 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 13 | ||
| Total votes: 16,067 (100.00% precincts reporting) | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District
Allin John Frawley advanced from the Democratic primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District on September 4, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Allin John Frawley | 100.0 | 1,451 |
| Total votes: 1,451 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District
Norman Orrall advanced from the Republican primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District on September 4, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Norman Orrall | 100.0 | 1,800 | |
| Total votes: 1,800 | |||
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Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Norman Orrall did not complete Ballotpedia's 2024 Candidate Connection survey.
2022
Norman Orrall did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.
2020
Norman Orrall did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.
2018
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Norman Orrall completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Orrall's responses.
What would be your top three priorities, if elected?
Strong Advocacy for the People of the District Economic Development for the District Fiscal Responsibility in the State Budget
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
We have an aging infrastructure in the Commonwealth. My background of nearly thirty years in Civil Engineering gives me unique insight into this issue and the expertise needed in the State House of Representatives to create policy that will finally address this looming issue.
Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?
I look up to leaders who put their own interests aside for what they know is right and what is true. Abraham Lincoln is probably the most famous politician who did this, ultimately having his own life cut short for what was right.
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
The characteristics of service to others, being reasonable, being responsible, and being respectful are important to get things done in life, but particularly in the position of State Representative.
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
I believe that my ability to bring stakeholders together to build consensus and my relationships I already have in state government will help me be effective as a State Representative.
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
Hard work and being accessible to the people your represent are the core responsibilities of this position.
What legacy would you like to leave?
I would like to leave a legacy of strong service to the communities that make up the district.
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
The first historical event that I remember were the Watergate hearings. I was only 4 or 5 years old and didn't understand why that was all there was on television.
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
My first job outside of working for my family was for a neighbor farmer picking up baled hay for a summer. I was 13 years old, the bales were pretty heavy, and you only worked on the hottest days but I still loved it.
Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.
I believe it is critical to be able to build relationships in the legislature. Great bills will go nowhere if you do not have the support of your fellow members.
Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?
I had the opportunity to sit and talk to an elderly gentleman and his son in their yard while on the campaign trail. It was a very refreshing conversation on a beautiful day. At the end of our time together, the father told me he was on hospice care and was so thankful for them keeping him comfortable so he could enjoy his last days at home. He requested that I do what I can to make sure that Hospice and other programs that give our elderly citizens dignity and quality of life to the end are supported. I will not forget that man and his example of a thankful heart.
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2024
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In 2024, the Massachusetts State Legislature was in session from January 3 to December 31. Formal session ended on July 31, 2024 and an informal session was convened from August 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024.
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2023
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In 2023, the Massachusetts State Legislature was in session from January 4 to November 15.
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2022
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In 2022, the Massachusetts State Legislature was in session from January 5 to August 1.
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2021
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In 2021, the Massachusetts State Legislature was in session from January 6 to January 4.
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2020
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In 2020, the Massachusetts State Legislature was in session from January 1 to January 5.
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2019
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In 2019, the Massachusetts General Court was in session from January 2 through December 31.
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2018
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In 2018, the Massachusetts General Court was in formal session from January 3 to July 31. The legislature was in informal session from August 1 to December 31.
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See also
2024 Elections
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Candidate Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District |
Officeholder Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District |
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Footnotes
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| Preceded by Keiko Orrall (R) |
Massachusetts House of Representatives 12th Bristol District 2019-Present |
Succeeded by - |
