Welcome

Since being elected to the North Carolina House of Representatives in 2002, our State has undergone tremendous changes. I remain focused on lowering taxes for all North Carolinians and bringing more jobs to Cleveland County. I have knocked on almost every door in Cleveland County, continue to talk to citizens across the district, and I listen to what you have to say. Many of you have shared common sense ideas that I worked to help spur economic growth in the private sector, reduce the tax burden, and protect your freedoms against the over regulation of state government.

Creating jobs and promoting economic development are among the most important and most challenging functions of government, especially in difficult economic times. North Carolina has a strong workforce and many people willing to work; however, our outdated tax system and high income tax rates place the state at a severe disadvantage when competing for good jobs. I believe we must lower taxes in order to gain more jobs for our citizens, grow our economy, and protect our hardworking taxpayers.

Throughout my tenure in the legislature, I have never voted for a tax increase. I continue to fight for the passage of the North Carolina Taxpayer Bill of Rights, which will result in dramatic tax reductions in our state, as well as the Small Business Tax Exemption that will give small companies many of the tax advantages enjoyed by large companies. These measures will stimulate the job market in Cleveland County where small businesses provide the vast majority of jobs.

As your Representative, I have made protecting our children a top priority. In 2008, I secured the passage of the Jessica Lunsford Act for NC. This law protects our children by providing that certain criminal offenses of rape or sexual offenses committed against a child are punishable by either life imprisonment without parole or a mandatory active sentence of twenty-five years and lifetime satellite-based monitoring. The law also increases the penalties for sexual exploitation of a minor and makes the registration requirements more stringent. It is my goal to make North Carolina known for its tough laws protecting our children.

During the 2010 short session of the General Assembly, I co-sponsored legislation that made it possible to bring to fruition an announcement of over 200 jobs in Cleveland County. I believe Cleveland County’s best days are ahead. There are several exciting projects on the horizon.

I will need your continued help and support to realize our potential. I pledge to continue serving as a strong conservative voice for Cleveland County and for North Carolina. Please feel free to email me to discuss your views on the issues. If you would like to volunteer for the 2010 Campaign, I welcome you to be part of TEAM TIM MOORE! Please Volunteer Now! I appreciate the opportunity to serve as your State Representative, and I look forward to continuing to serve you in 2011!

Tim Moore