Les Adams
Les Adams (Republican Party) was a member-elect of the Virginia House of Delegates, representing District 48. He did not assume office.
Adams (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the Virginia House of Delegates to represent District 48. He won in the general election on November 7, 2023.
Adams ran for re-election in 2023 to Virginia House of Delegates District 48. He announced on December 12, 2023, that he would resign at the end of his current term without taking office to his newly elected District 48 seat. He previously represented Virginia House of Delegates District 16 from 2014 to 2023.[1]
Biography
Adams received his bachelor's degree from Liberty University. He later received his J.D. from the University of Richmond School of Law. His professional experience includes working as an adjunct professor, prosecutor, and as a partner at Adams, Elmore and Fisk, PLC.
Committee assignments
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2023-2024
Adams was assigned to the following committees:
2020-2021
Adams was assigned to the following committees:
- House Courts of Justice Committee
- House Privileges and Elections Committee
- House Transportation Committee
2019-2020
Adams was assigned to the following committees:
- House Courts of Justice Committee
- House Privileges and Elections Committee
- Science and Technology Committee, Vice Chair
- House Transportation Committee
2016 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2016 legislative session, Adams served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2016 |
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| • Courts of Justice |
| • Privileges and Elections |
| • Science and Technology |
| • Transportation |
2015 legislative session
In the 2015 legislative session, Adams served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2015 |
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| • Courts of Justice |
| • Science and Technology |
2014 legislative session
In the 2014 legislative session, Adams served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2014 |
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| • Courts of Justice |
| • Science and Technology |
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2023
See also: Virginia House of Delegates elections, 2023
General election
General election for Virginia House of Delegates District 48
Incumbent Les Adams won election in the general election for Virginia House of Delegates District 48 on November 7, 2023.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Les Adams (R) | 96.8 | 17,891 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 3.2 | 582 | ||
| Total votes: 18,473 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Chance Trevillian advanced from the Democratic primary for Virginia House of Delegates District 48.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Les Adams advanced from the Republican primary for Virginia House of Delegates District 48.
Endorsements
2021
See also: Virginia House of Delegates elections, 2021
General election
General election for Virginia House of Delegates District 16
Incumbent Les Adams defeated Chance Trevillian in the general election for Virginia House of Delegates District 16 on November 2, 2021.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Les Adams (R) | 69.9 | 19,412 | |
| Chance Trevillian (D) | 29.9 | 8,308 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 35 | ||
| Total votes: 27,755 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Chance Trevillian advanced from the Democratic primary for Virginia House of Delegates District 16.
Republican convention
The Republican convention was canceled. Incumbent Les Adams advanced from the Republican convention for Virginia House of Delegates District 16.
Campaign finance
2019
See also: Virginia House of Delegates elections, 2019
General election
General election for Virginia House of Delegates District 16
Incumbent Les Adams defeated Dustin Evans in the general election for Virginia House of Delegates District 16 on November 5, 2019.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Les Adams (R) | 74.6 | 13,146 | |
| Dustin Evans (L) | 25.0 | 4,402 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.5 | 83 | ||
| Total votes: 17,631 | ||||
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2017
General election
Elections for the Virginia House of Delegates took place in 2017. All 100 house seats were up for election. The general election took place on November 7, 2017. A primary election took place on June 13, 2017. The filing deadline for primary election candidates was March 30, 2017. The filing deadline for non-party candidates and candidates nominated by methods other than a primary was June 13, 2017.[2] Incumbent Les Adams (R) ran unopposed in the Virginia House of Delegates District 16 general election.[3]
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 16 General Election, 2017 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Les Adams Incumbent (unopposed) |
100.00% | 16,513 | |
| Total Votes | 16,513 | |||
| Source: Virginia Department of Elections | ||||
Democratic primary election
No Democratic candidate filed to run for this seat. [4]
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 16 Democratic Primary, 2017 | ||
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| Candidate | ||
Republican primary election
Incumbent Les Adams ran unopposed in the Virginia House of Delegates District 16 Republican primary.[5]
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 16 Republican Primary, 2017 | ||
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| Candidate | ||
| Les Adams Incumbent | ||
2015
Elections for the Virginia House of Delegates took place in 2015. A primary election was held on June 9, 2015. The general election took place on November 3, 2015. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was March 26, 2015.[6] Incumbent Les R. Adams was unopposed in the Republican primary and was unchallenged in the general election.[7][8]
2013
Adams won election in the 2013 election for Virginia House of Delegates District 16. Adams defeated Kenneth L. Bowman in the June 11 Republican primary. He defeated Elizabeth Jones (D) in the general election on November 5, 2013.[9][10]
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 16 General Election, 2013 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican | Les R. Adams |
63.1% | 13,292 | |
| Democratic | Elizabeth Jones | 36.7% | 7,740 | |
| Other | Write-in | 0.2% | 38 | |
| Total Votes | 21,070 | |||
| Virginia House of Delegates District 16 Republican Primary, 2013 | ||
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| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
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Les Adams |
80.6% | 2,416 |
| Kenneth Bowman | 19.4% | 580 |
| Total Votes | 2,996 | |
Campaign themes
2023
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Les Adams did not complete Ballotpedia's 2023 Candidate Connection survey.
2021
Les Adams did not complete Ballotpedia's 2021 Candidate Connection survey.
2019
Les Adams did not complete Ballotpedia's 2019 Candidate Connection survey.
2013
Adams' campaign website listed the following issues:[11]
- Our Values
Excerpt: "The citizens of the 16th House District will always know that I stand firm on my commitment to protect life and defend the 2nd Amendment. My commitment to our Constitution and founding principles will not waver."
- Taxes
Excerpt: "Simply put, the more money that politicians take out of your pocket, the less freedom that you have. Make no mistake, government must levy taxes to provide for core government functions, but the role of government should be to maximize our personal freedom, while also having the means to protect that freedom."
- Spending
Excerpt: "I believe that it is the duty of every public official to be prudent and wise with every dollar that comes from the pocket of a hard-working taxpayer. In a time where government budgets have ballooned, I’ll work to reduce government spending, while also ensuring that state government spends your dollars more efficiently."
- Jobs and the Economy
Excerpt: "I believe that government doesn’t create jobs; hard-working Americans create jobs. As your state Delegate, I’ll fight to make it easier for local businesses to grow, and I’ll actively recruit new employers to our area."
- Education
Excerpt: "As your Delegate, I’ll push to give parents and localities more control over our children’s education. Ensuring that each child has access to a high-quality education is instrumental to our future."
Campaign finance summary
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Endorsements
2013
In 2013, Adams was endorsed by the following:[12]
- David Grimes
- Tim Barber
- Jerry Hagerman
- Coy Harville
- James Snead
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2023
In 2023, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 11 to February 25.
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2022
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In 2022, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 12 to March 12.
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2021
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In 2021, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 13 to February 8.
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2020
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In 2020, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 8 to March 12. A special session was held from August 18 to November 9.
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2019
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In 2019, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 9 through February 24.
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2018
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In 2018, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 10 through March 10. Special sessions were held from April 11 to May 30 and from August 30 to October 30.
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2017
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In 2017, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 11 through February 25.
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2016
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In 2016, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 13 through March 11.
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2015
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In 2015, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 14 to February 28, 2015.
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2014
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In 2014, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 8 through March 10.
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Personal
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Adams and his wife, Melanie, have one child. They currently reside in Chatham, Virginia.
See also
2023 Elections
External links
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Candidate Virginia House of Delegates District 48 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Cardinal News, "Del. Adams announces he’ll resign from House; Youngkin sets special election for Jan. 9," December 12, 2023
- ↑ Virginia Department of Elections, "Candidacy Requirements for the November 7, 2017 General Election," accessed March 21, 2017
- ↑ Virginia Department of Elections, "2017 November General Unofficial Results," accessed November 7, 2017
- ↑ Virginia Department of Elections, "2017 June Democratic Primary," accessed July 6, 2017
- ↑ Virginia Department of Elections, "2017 June Republican Primary," accessed July 6, 2017
- ↑ Virginia State Board of Elections, "2015 November Election Calendar," accessed January 2, 2015
- ↑ Virginia Board of Elections, "2015 Primary election results," accessed September 1, 2015
- ↑ Virginia Board of Elections, "2015 General election candidates," accessed September 1, 2015
- ↑ Virginia Board of Elections, "Unofficial Primary Results," accessed June 13, 2013
- ↑ Virginia Board of Elections, “Official Results - 2013 General Election," accessed December 2, 2013
- ↑ Friends of Les Adams, "Issues," accessed May 9, 2013
- ↑ Friends of Les Adams, "Endorsements," accessed May 31, 2013
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by - |
Virginia House of Delegates District 16 2014-2024 |
Succeeded by Paul Krizek (D) |
| Preceded by R.C. Sullivan Jr. (D) |
Virginia House of Delegates District 48 |
Succeeded by Eric Phillips (R) |
