AJC/ACC Voter Guide - Congressional Questionnaire

Completed by Katy "Kate" L Stamper
on April 20, 2024
What is your name?
Katy L. Stamper
Tell us more about yourself.
My dad was an Air Force flight instructor, mom was a homemaker and I was born in Hondo, Texas. We moved to Temple, Georgia, in 1971. After high school, I went to West Georgia College, then enlisted in the United States Army – Signal Corp. I worked as a teletype repairman, and served at Fort Gordon, Georgia; Fort Huachuca, Arizona; and the U.S. Army Garrison in Stuttgart, Germany. I was honorably discharged and returned to Georgia, attended Emory and obtained a bachelor of arts in political science. I received a J.D. [law degree] at the University of Georgia in 1986. I've been practicing law since then.
What office are you running for?
U.S. House, District 11
What is your party affiliation?
Democrat
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Attach your resume or CV.
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Where did you go to school?
- Temple High School, Temple, Georgia, 1975 - West Georgia College, Carrollton, 1975-1976 - Cochise College, Arizona, 1978 - Emory College, 1980-1982 - University of Georgia School of Law, 1983-1986
Provide the link to your campaign website.
KatyStamper.com
What is your job/occupation?
Lawyer. I prepare wills and handle probate matters.
What city/neighborhood do you live in?
Woodstock
Is this your first time running for office?
No
What experiences have best prepared you to hold elected office?
Being a lawyer is useful, as opposed to being an academic. Being in the military was useful, seeing how it worked. I have also represented taxpayers against local governments and myself against judges. I have had many useful experiences. Too many to list here.
What actions would you take to enhance government transparency and trust in government?
Restructure our federal agencies. Too much is being done without any oversight by the executive branch.
How do you plan to overcome political polarization to get things done for your constituents?
That will depend on the objects that need done. Each issue may require a different approach.
What would you do to address the cost of living for Georgians?
Reduce the spending of the federal government. We must reduce federal spending. BRICS is making that imperative, as well as the sheer magnitude of our borrowing.
What specific elements would you push for in a border security/immigration bill?
Protect our border with fencing and technology; implement serious screening for medical issues and criminal backgrounds; for those that we cannot screen, refuse them entry or deport them; deport illegal migrants that are receiving government benefits we cannot afford.
What should Congress do to address concerns about climate change?
I believe education is key.