Key Facts
Background
Josh McLaurin attended the University of Georgia and received his law degree from Yale University. Currently, he practices law at the firm Krevolin + Horst, which is located in Atlanta.
Currently, McLaurin has been a member of the Georgia House of Representatives, representing District 51 since 2019. He is a part of many committees, including Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight, Energy, Utilities & Telecommunications, Judiciary Non-Civil, and Special Rules [2].
Key Issues
Criminal Justice
McLaurin has sponsored legislation that would eliminate felony disenfranchisement. He also does not believe a minor accused of a violent crime should be prosecuted as an adult [5][7].
Reproductive Rights
McLaurin identifies as pro-choice [5].
Budget
McLaurin supports tax increases in order to balance Gerogia’s budget. He does not support balancing proposals such as reducing benefits for Medicaid recipients or reducing state employee salaries [5].
Economy
McLaurin supports an increase of the minimum wage in Georgia [5].
Jobs
McLaurin wants to expand access to unemployment benefits [5].
Gun Policy
McLaurin generally supports gun-control legislation, and believes background checks should be required on gun sales [5].
Healthcare
McLaurin believes in expanding Medicaid in order to make healthcare more affordable. He also believes in increased funding for state medical facilities and hospitals in rural areas [5].
Endorsements
Fair Fight [4]; Georgia Chamber of Commerce; Georgia Representative Lucy McBath [6]