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Summary

Representative John H. Shott

Full Name: John H. Shott
Office: State House (WV) - District 27, Republican
First Elected: 11/06/2012
Next Election: 2014
Gender: Male
Family: Wife: Katherine; 4 Children: Chris, Adam, Martha, Jeff (Deceased)
Birth Date: 06/24/1948
Birth Place: Bluefield, WV
Home City: Bluefield, WV
Religion: Presbyterian

Recent Key Votes

SB 371 - Reforms the State Prison System
Legislation (Yea)

April 12, 2013

HB 2108 - Classifies The Failure To Wear A Seatbelt As A Primary Offense
Legislation (Nay)

March 28, 2013 - Classifies the failure to wear a seat belt while operating a motor vehicle as a primary offense with a fine of $25, whereas current ...

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Recent Public Statements

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Recent Interest Group Ratings

Span Name Rating
2012 National Rifle Association Candidate Positions on Gun Rights 92%
2001-2010 West Virginians Against Government Waste Positions on Taxpayers Issues 75%
2001-2010 West Virginians Against Government Waste Positions on Family Values Cumulative Score 71%
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Campaign Finances

Top industry Uncoded ($14,084.00)
Source FollowTheMoney.org
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Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

John Shott has 100% Political Courage

John Shott has demonstrated Political Courage by telling citizens where he stands on the issues he/ she may face if elected.

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Contact Information

Capitol Email
john.shott@wvhouse.gov

Capitol Website
http://www.legis.state.wv.us/House/lawmaker.cfm?member=Delegate%20Shott

Capitol
Room 6R-A, Building 1
State Capitol Complex
Charleston, WV 25305
Phone: 304-340-3187

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