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Summary

Representative Debra J. Heffernan

Full Name: Debra J. Heffernan
Office: State House (DE) - District 6, Democratic
First Elected: 11/02/2010
Last Elected: 11/06/2012
Next Election: 2014
Gender: Female
Family: Husband: Patrick; 3 Children: Margaret, Jake, Charlotte
Birth Date: 04/08/1962
Home City: Edgewood Hills, DE

Recent Key Votes

SB 19 - Repeals the Death Penalty
Legislation (Co-sponsor)

March 12, 2013

HB 35 - Requires Background Checks for Private Gun Sales
Legislation (Co-sponsor)

March 7, 2013

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Recent Public Statements

Governor Signs "Employment First" Bill Into Law

July 16, 2012 - Governor Markell signed legislation today to further help open the door for people with disabilities to work side-by-side with other employees, mirroring the initiative he ...

New Laws Promote Dignity for Persons with Disabilities

Aug. 17, 2011 - Governor Jack Markell signed into law today three bills that reflect the state's progress in recognizing the importance, inclusion and dignity of persons with disabilities ...

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Recent Interest Group Ratings

Span Name Rating
2012 National Rifle Association Candidate Positions on Gun Rights 17%
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Campaign Finances

Top industry Uncoded ($19,223.00)
Source FollowTheMoney.org
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Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

Debra Heffernan refused to tell citizens where she stands on any of the issues addressed in the 2012 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart, national media, and prominent political leaders.

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Contact Information

Capitol Email
debra.heffernan@state.de.us

Capitol Website
http://legis.delaware.gov/legislature.nsf/52087754ec8b9261852569c10055df42/6694aa00deb46c93852569d800535df4?OpenDocument&TableRow=1.5.3#1.5.

Capitol
Post Office Box 1401
Dover, DE 19903
Phone: 302-744-4351

District
Carvel State Office Building
820 North French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: 302-577-8476
Phone: 302-762-3478

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