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State Representative, 8th Plymouth District

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1
Term
2 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: A state representative votes on Massachusetts laws and the state budget in the General Court.

Taxes & budget

  • John Edward NorrisRepublican

    No documented position found.

  • Dennis C. GallagherDemocratic

    • Supports a larger childcare tax credit for families
    • Supports more state aid for cities, towns and schools

Environment & parks

Government & transparency

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