T.J. Shope
Candidate for Arizona State Senate – District 16
Arizona · Legislative District 16
Statement
This election is critical for Arizona. As your State Senator, I'm fighting for Arizona businesses, creating safe neighborhoods, funding infrastructure improvements, and protecting our shared values. I have sponsored legislation to provide law enforcement with the tools and the funding they need to get the job done, and keep criminals off our streets, including voting for harsher penalties against drug cartels, dealers, and human traffickers. We have created an economic environment that attracts more businesses from other states, encourages existing businesses to expand, and allows entrepreneurs to build something new. We have responsibly invested in our schools while protecting school choice, ensuring parents have the final say in their kids' education. From protecting our water rights to balancing our state budget while investing in the I-10 widening and SR 347, I will keep fighting for you at the State Capitol! I even sponsored transparency measures when our liberal Governor was accused of accepting contributions in exchange for bigger state contracts. I am proud to have earned endorsements from first responders, including police and fire, as well as business groups from around the state because of the commonsense legislation we've passed. For more information, visit www.TJShope.com.
Biography
Born and raised in Coolidge, T.J. Shope has a diverse family background rooted in community. His family shaped his work ethic and philosophy. While one grandparent worked as a miner and was a member of the United Steelworkers, T.J.'s other grandfather owned and operated an independent grocery store for sixty-five years in Coolidge, where T.J. learned firsthand the importance of small businesses. T.J. has been recognized by dozens of local organizations for his accomplishments at the Capitol. T.J. serves as President Pro Tempore and lives in Coolidge with his wife, Melissa, and dog, Cali
Positions
Issue Stances
Water Policy
No official stance on record.
Education Funding
No official stance on record.
Border Security & Immigration
SupportsSupports additional border resources and stronger penalties against drug traffickers and human smugglers.
Housing Affordability
No official stance on record.
Election Integrity
No official stance on record.
Healthcare Access
No official stance on record.
Public Safety & Criminal Justice
SupportsSupports county sheriffs, first responders, law enforcement resources, and stronger penalties related to border crime and trafficking.
Energy Policy
No official stance on record.
Economic Development & Jobs
SupportsEmphasizes small business experience, hiring, and applying business principles at the Capitol.
Reproductive Rights
No official stance on record.
Transportation & Infrastructure
No official stance on record.
Government Spending & Taxation
SupportsSays he helped balance the budget, pass a large tax cut, and maintain rainy day funding.
Legislature
Legislative Voting Record
No voting record on file.
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Ballot
Ballot Measure Stances
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