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State Senate District 31
Maryland’s 47 state senators comprise the upper house of the General Assembly, which meets for 90 days each year in Annapolis. Along with the lower house, the House of Delegates, the senators consider more than 2,000 bills in a session, and they review and approve the state budget submitted by the governor. They serve four-year terms.
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OTHER LOCAL RACES
Incumbents' names are marked with asterisks. Web site and email addresses appear in the form in which they were submitted by the candidates.
Philip C. Jimeno*
Democrat
Age: 51
Residence: Brooklyn Park.
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Married: Yes.
Children: Two.
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Education: Master of Education.
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Occupation/Employer: State Farm Insurance agent.
Elected Offices and Civic Activities: State Senate; House of Delegates.
Why should voters elect you?
"During my tenure in the General Assembly, I have provided effective constituent service. I have been accessible and responsive and a strong voice for the citizens of the 31st Legislative District. In my various legislative capacities, I have been instrumental in the establishment of Maryland public policy, particularly in the area of criminal justice. My primary areas of concentration have been enhancement of victim's rights and the passage of stronger laws relating to drunk driving, child abuse, domestic violence and juvenile offenders. Strong advocate for tougher environmental laws, as well as the proper funding and accountability of State's education system."
What do you want voters to know about you?
"I am the Chairman of the Senate Executive Nominations Committee and I am the Assistant Deputy Majority Leader. Senate Judicial Proceedings committee member."
Web site: None.
Email: None.
Jacqueline J. Turley
Republican
Age: 61
Residence: Glen Burnie.
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Married: Yes.
Children: Two.
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Education: Milford Mill High School.
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Occupation/Employer: Retired.
Elected Offices and Civic Activities: Politically active in Anne Arundel for more than 30 years.
Why should voters elect you?
"It's time for a change in the Senate from District 31. We must be proactive in resolving the problems of our district."
What do you want voters to know about you?
"I am a good listener, and will give the citizens the attention they deserve, and work to see that their concerns are addressed."
Web site: None.
Email: JAJO13@aol.com
The Voters' Guide was compiled from staff reporting and information provided by the candidates in response to questionnaires from The Washington Post.
Each candidate was asked to provide biographical information, a photograph and a brief statement about why the voters should elect him or her.
Candidates' responses were edited for length and style.
© Copyright 1998 The Washington Post Company
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