John Lawn
| John Lawn | ||
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| Massachusetts House of Representatives, Tenth Middlesex District | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| Tenure | ||
| 2011 - present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| January 2, 2019 | ||
| Years in position | 6 | |
| Party | Democratic | |
| Report an officeholder change | ||
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $60,032.60/year | |
| Per diem | $10-$100/day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| First elected | May 10, 2011 special election | |
| Term limits | N/A | |
| Personal | ||
| Profession | Small business owner | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
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Lawn served as a District Councilor.
Biography
Lawn earned a degree in political science and sociology from Merrimack College. His professional experience includes working as the owner of Charles River Real Estate.<sup id="<cite_reference_link_prefix>jl_1-0" class="reference">[1]</sup>
Committee assignments
2015 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Lawn served on the following committees:
| Massachusetts Committee Assignments, 2015 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Financial Services Joint, Vice Chair | ||||
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Lawn served on the following committees:
| Massachusetts Committee Assignments, 2013 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Financial Services Joint | ||||
| • Housing Joint | ||||
| • Public Service Joint, Vice chair | ||||
Issues
Campaign themes
2011
Lawn's 2011 special election campaign site highlighted the following campaign themes:
- John's Approach to Solving Problems: "As your State Representative, my door will always be open to you. I will meet regularly in the community to hear your concerns. I will never forget that the role of our government is to provide a quality of life that works for everyone - a common sense approach for the common good."
- For Our Kids: "For me, making sure our schools are the best is more than campaign rhetoric; it's personal. When I look at my five children, I see the impact good schools have in shaping the lives of our kids. Growing up in our neighborhoods, I want the next generation to have every opportunity possible, and I that begins with the best education we can give them."
- For Our Seniors: "My parents raised me in this community, a community we call home. Now my mother faces new challenges as she enters her golden years. It is up to me to be there for her as she was there for me. All our seniors deserve the support and security to remain in their homes during their golden years. We owe it to them."
- For Main Street & A Stronger Economy: "Most small business owners I've met tell me they feel like all the attention goes to 'Big Business', whether it's downtown Boston or on Wall Street. Not enough support is given to the local businesses who contribute to our community. Job creation, stability and future economic growth for the local business must become a priority. As your next State Rep, I will work with the local business owners to help our neighborhoods grow and prosper."
Sponsored legislation
The following table lists bills sponsored by this legislator. Bills are monitored by BillTrack50 and sorted by action history.
Elections
2016
Elections for the office of Massachusetts House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election took place on September 8, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was June 7, 2016.
Incumbent John Lawn ran unopposed in the Massachusetts House of Representatives Tenth Middlesex District general election.<sup id="<cite_reference_link_prefix>glist16_2-0" class="reference">[2]</sup><sup id="<cite_reference_link_prefix>gresults16_3-0" class="reference">[3]</sup>| Massachusetts House of Representatives, Tenth Middlesex District General Election, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | |
| Democratic |  John Lawn Incumbent (unopposed) | |
| Source: Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth | ||
2014
Elections for the office of Massachusetts House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election was held on September 9, 2014, and a general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was June 3, 2014. Incumbent John Lawn was unopposed in the Democratic primary and was unopposed in the general election.<sup id="<cite_reference_link_prefix>mapri14_4-0" class="reference">[4]</sup>
2012
Lawn won re-election in the 2012 election for Massachusetts House of Representatives Tenth Middlesex District. Lawn was unopposed in the September 6 Democratic primary and defeated Francis Xavier Stanton, III (R) in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.<sup id="<cite_reference_link_prefix>5" class="reference">[5]</sup><sup id="<cite_reference_link_prefix>6" class="reference">[6]</sup>
| Massachusetts House of Representatives, Tenth Middlesex District, General Election, 2012 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Democratic | John Lawn Incumbent |
76% | 10,479 | |
| Republican | Francis Stanton, III | 24% | 3,310 | |
| Total Votes | 13,789 | |||
2011
Lawn defeated James Dixon (R) in the special election on May 10, 2011.<sup id="<cite_reference_link_prefix>7" class="reference">[7]</sup><sup id="<cite_reference_link_prefix>8" class="reference">[8]</sup>
Scorecards
Legislative scorecards are used to evaluate elected public officials based on voting record. Some scorecards are created by political advocacy groups with a focus on specific issues; others are developed by newspapers and are broad in scope. Scorecards are meant to be used as a tool for voters to have a quick picture of whether their views align with a particular legislator's record.
Because scorecards can be specific to particular issues or general to a state’s legislative term, each report should be considered on its own merits. Each entity that publishes these reports uses different methodologies and definitions for the terms used.
An overview for scorecards in all 50 states can be found on this page. To contribute to the list of Massachusetts scorecards, email suggestions to [email protected].
2015-2016
- Legislators are scored on bills of interest to an organization advocating economically conservative policy.
- Planned Parenthood: House and Senate 2015 Scorecard
- Legislators are rated on "voting record and co-sponsorship history, public statements, and other factors."<sup id="<cite_reference_link_prefix>9" class="reference">[9]</sup>
- Legislators are scored on their votes on key conservative issues.
2013-2014
In 2013, the Massachusetts General Court was in session from January 2 to December 31. In 2014, the Massachusetts General Court was in session from January 14 through August 1.
- Associated Industries of Massachusetts: 2013-2014 Legislative Scorecard
- Legislators are scored on bills of interest to an organization of employers.
- Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance: 2013-2014 Scorecard
- Legislators are scored on bills of interest to an organization advocating economically conservative policy.
- Massachusetts League of Environmental Voters: 2013 Scorecard
- Legislators are scored on environmental issues.
- Progressive Massachusetts: 2013-2014 House and Senate Roll Call Votes
- Legislators are scored on bills selected by a "statewide, grassroots [organization] for progressive change in Massachusetts."<sup id="<cite_reference_link_prefix>10" class="reference">[10]</sup>
- Environmental League of Massachusetts: 2013-2014 Scorecard
- Legislators are scored on environmental issues.
- The American Conservative Union: 2014 Scorecard
- Legislators are scored on their votes on key conservative issues.
2011-2012
In 2011, the Massachusetts General Court was in session from January 5 November 16. In 2012, the Massachusetts General Court was in session starting January 4 through July 31.
- Associated Industries of Massachusetts: 2011-2012 Legislative Scorecard
- Legislators are scored on bills of interest to an organization of employers.
- Mass Audubon: 2011-2012 Report Card
- Legislators are scored on environmental issues.
- Massachusetts Public Interest Research Group 2011-2012 Public Interest Research Group
- Legislators are scored on votes on issues including health care costs, consumer protection, recycling, transportation and democracy.
- Progressive Massachusetts: 2011-2012 House and Senate Roll Call Votes
- Legislators are scored on bills selected by a "statewide, grassroots [organization] for progressive change in Massachusetts."
Personal
Lawn and his wife, Shannon, have five children.<sup id="<cite_reference_link_prefix>jl_1-1" class="reference">[1]</sup>
Recent news
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See also
- Massachusetts House of Representatives
- House Committees
- Joint Committees
- Massachusetts state legislative districts
- Massachusetts State Legislature
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 John Lawn campaign site, "Who is John Lawn," accessed May 5, 2011
- ↑ Massachusetts Secretary of State, "2016 State election candidates," accessed October 3, 2016
- ↑ Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, "Election data lookup," accessed December 20, 2016
- ↑ Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, "2014 State Primary Candidates," accessed September 9, 2014
- ↑ Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, "2012 State Primary Results," accessed February 13, 2014
- ↑ Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, "Return of Votes - For Massachusetts State Election - November 6, 2012," accessed February 13, 2014
- ↑ Boston, "Watertown councilor advances in district race," April 13, 2011
- ↑ Boston.com, "Lawn wins in 10th Middlesex election," May 10, 2011
- ↑ Planned Parenthood, "2015 Legislative Scorecard," accessed November 2, 2015
- ↑ Progressive Massachusetts, "Scorecards and Roll Calls," accessed September 17, 2014
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