Greg Habeeb
Gregory D. "Greg" Habeeb is a former Republican member of the Virginia House of Delegates, representing District 8 from 2011 to July 27, 2018. Habeeb was first elected in a special election on January 11, 2011. He resigned on August 31, 2018, citing a desire to spend more time with his family and work for his law firm.[1]
Biography
Habeeb earned his B.A. and J.D. from Wake Forest University. At the time he left office, he was an attorney at Gentry, Locke, Rakes & Moore, specializing in business litigation.
Committee assignments
2016 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2016 legislative session, Habeeb served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2016 |
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| • Commerce and Labor |
| • Courts of Justice |
| • Rules |
| • Transportation |
2015 legislative session
In the 2015 legislative session, Habeeb served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2015 |
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| • Commerce and Labor |
| • Courts of Justice |
| • Rules |
| • Transportation |
2014 legislative session
In the 2014 legislative session, Habeeb served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2014 |
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| • Commerce and Labor |
| • Courts of Justice |
| • Rules |
| • Transportation |
2012-2013
In the 2012-2013 legislative session, Habeeb served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2012 |
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| • Commerce and Labor |
| • Courts of Justice |
| • Transportation |
2010-2011
In the 2010-2011 legislative session, Habeeb served on the following committees:
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| • Courts of Justice |
| • Militia, Police and Public Safety |
| • Transportation |
Campaign themes
2011
Habeeb's website highlighted the following campaign themes:
- Jobs, Taxes & Regulation:
Excerpt: "Our economy is hurting. The national unemployment rate is almost 10% and here in the Commonwealth, tens of thousands of people are still out of work. As a member of the House of Delegates, Greg will fight for policies that will foster private sector job creation. Greg knows that government doesn’t create jobs, but lawmakers in Richmond can make sure our state has an environment friendly to businesses and entrepreneurs..."
- Transparency & Accountability:
Excerpt: "Greg believes government should answer to the people. People should know where and how their tax dollars are being spent. As a member of the House of Delegates, he will make sure our state government is transparent and accountable."
- Conservative Values:
Excerpt: "Greg believes the Constitution means what it says and says what it means... Greg believes our founders were prudent and wise and their work embodied principles of equality and freedom that are just as important today as they were 225 years ago. And just as the founders believed 225 years ago, Greg believes that the right to keep and bear arms should never be taken away from individuals... Greg is committed to protecting conservative values. The sanctity of life and marriage are important parts of Greg’s core principles. When in Richmond, Greg will never forget these principles."
- Education:
Excerpt: "Public education – and the right for parents and students to make choices about their own education – is a fundamental part of making sure the American dream can become a reality for every Virginian. Every Virginian deserves the same opportunities, regardless of race, gender, class, origin or any other factor. Greg believes education is the gateway to those opportunities...Greg’s agenda to address educational challenges includes improving the state’s standards of learning system, creating more charter and magnet schools and allowing local school boards, educators and parents to make the important choices about their children’s education...In addition to public education, Greg believes that families should have the right to educate their children as they see fit. As such, he will promote policies that foster school choice and create an environment where every student can receive the best education for their unique needs. This includes improving public education while working to increase access to private schooling or home schooling."
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
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 Greg Habeeb (R) defeated Steve McBride (D) in the Virginia House of Delegates District 8 general election.[3]
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 8 General Election, 2017 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Greg Habeeb Incumbent |
64.01% | 18,311 | |
| Democratic | Steve McBride | 35.99% | 10,294 | |
| Total Votes | 28,605 | |||
| Source: Virginia Department of Elections | ||||
Democratic primary election
Steve McBride defeated Bryan Keele in the Virginia House of Delegates District 8 Democratic primary.[4]
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 8 Democratic Primary, 2017 | ||
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| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
| Steve McBride |
63.90% | 2,591 |
| Bryan Keele | 36.10% | 1,464 |
| Total Votes | 4,055 | |
Republican primary election
Incumbent Greg Habeeb ran unopposed in the Virginia House of Delegates District 8 Republican primary.[5]
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 8 Republican Primary, 2017 | ||
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| Candidate | ||
| Greg Habeeb 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 Greg Habeeb was unopposed in the Republican primary and was unchallenged in the general election.[7][8]
2013
Habeeb won re-election in the 2013 election for Virginia House of Delegates District 8. Habeeb ran unopposed in the June 11th Republican primary. He was unopposed in the general election, which took place on November 5, 2013.[9]
2011
On November 8, 2011, Habeeb won re-election to District 8 of the Virginia House of Delegates. He was uncontested in the August 23 primary and ran unopposed in the November 8 general election.[10]
Candidate Forum
Habeeb and his opponent, Ginger Mumpower (D), participated in a debate on January 3, 2010, discussing taxes, education, and passenger rail.[11]
The following are clips from the forum:
Habeeb and Mumpower on the Tea Party[12] |
Candidates on what they will bring to the house[13] |
2011 special election
Habeeb defeated Ginger Mumpower (D) in the January 11, 2011, special election to Virginia House of Delegates District 8.[14]
Campaign finance summary
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2018
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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2013
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In 2013, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 9 to February 25.
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2012
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In 2012, the Virginia General Assembly was in regular session from January 11 to March 10.
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Personal
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Habeeb and his wife, Christy, have three children. At the time he left office, he served on the board of Big Brothers and Big Sisters and the Adult Committee for Young Life, and was a member of the West Salem PTA.
Recent news
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See also
- Virginia State Legislature
- Virginia House of Delegates
- Virginia House of Delegates Committees
- Virginia state legislative districts
External links
- Campaign Site
- Profile from Open States
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Greg Habeeb Twitter feed
- Campaign Facebook page
- Profile on Richmond Sunlight
Footnotes
- ↑ The Ronaoke Times, "Del. Greg Habeeb resigns House of Delegates seat," July 27, 2018
- ↑ 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, “Official Results - 2013 General Election," accessed December 2, 2013
- ↑ Virginia State Board of Elections, "November 2011 General Election Official Results," accessed May 15, 2014
- ↑ The Roanoke Times, "8th District hopefuls Habeeb, Mumpower talk taxes, education," January 04, 2011
- ↑ Roanoke Free Press YouTube channel
- ↑ Roanoke Free Press YouTube channel
- ↑ WSET TV, "Stanley, Habeeb Win in Special Election," January 11, 2011
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