Laura is an immigrant from Mexico who moved to Minnesota at the age of eight and now resides in Johns Creek, Georgia. She earned a bachelor's in political science from Hamline University in St. Paul, MN, and a master’s degree in public policy from the University of Michigan. Laura is married and has two children. 

Laura has served as a corporate executive at Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. and Equifax, where she worked as a senior negotiator. She started her own small business as the Georgia Area Developer for a national wine franchise. Previously, she received a job offer from the Federal Reserve Bank.

Ballotpedia, Laura Murvartian

Laura Murvartian's campaign for state representative is her first entry into politics.

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Said, "I refuse to accept an economy where working families struggle to make ends meet."

Supports Georgia's top business environment, plans to sustain it, and seeks solutions for affordable housing, child care, and living wages to ensure the state remains family-friendly and prosperous for businesses.

Said, "My parents worked hard in their pursuit of the American Dream... I am running for office because that dream my parents achieved through hard work is slipping away for too many families living in Georgia and in this district."

Said, "I know what it takes to build a business from the ground up... I am ready to bring my experience in business operations and negotiations to the Gold Dome to negotiate a better deal for the people of Georgia."

Said, "As a former corporate executive and small business owner, I know that we don’t have to choose between supporting Georgia’s business environment and investing in our families. We can do both."

- Said, "I know what it takes to build a business from the ground up... I am ready to bring my experience in business operations and negotiations to the Gold Dome to negotiate a better deal for the people of Georgia."
- Said, "As a former corporate executive and small business owner, I know that we don’t have to choose between supporting Georgia’s business environment and investing in our families. We can do both."

Economy

As of July 25, 2024, Laura Murvartian’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Energy & the Environment

Supports women's autonomy in healthcare decisions, opposes Georgia's restrictive abortion laws, and rejects criminal prosecution for women and healthcare providers involved in necessary medical care, emphasizing the prevention of health risks from denied services.

Said, "And I refuse to accept Georgia trailing the rest of the nation when it comes to healthcare access while having some of the highest healthcare premium costs and highest number of uninsured people living in our state."

The candidate's website says, "Georgia families should not be forced to choose between bankruptcy and life-saving healthcare... Nearly a dozen hospitals have closed across the state in the last decade, which has placed a strain on our state’s healthcare system and saddled Georgians with increased costs."

Said, "I want all Georgians to have reliable access to quality healthcare. Together, we must expand Medicaid, bring down healthcare costs, and make sure Georgians can get the care they need when they need it."

Said, "I refuse to accept the erosion of women’s reproductive rights."

- The candidate's website says, "Georgia families should not be forced to choose between bankruptcy and life-saving healthcare... Nearly a dozen hospitals have closed across the state in the last decade, which has placed a strain on our state’s healthcare system and saddled Georgians with increased costs."
- Wants to expand Medicaid.
- Supports abortion.

Healthcare

Supports civic and voter engagement, and is running for House District 48 to continue advocacy for Georgians' lives, reflecting a commitment to public service and democratic participation.

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Said, "We must do everything we can to protect our children from senseless gun violence... And Georgians should not fear gun violence while at work, attending a church service, walking on college campuses, or running errands."

Supports universal background checks, red flag laws, safe storage mandates, and banning assault weapons. Advocates for community and law enforcement safety, increased mental health services, gun violence research, and enhanced first responder training and resources.

Supports universal background checks, red flag laws, safe storage mandates, and banning "assault weapons". Advocates for community and law enforcement safety, increased mental health services, gun violence research, and enhanced first responder training and resources.

Said, "I refuse to accept the level of gun violence impacting our children."

- Supports universal background checks, red flag laws, safe storage mandates, and banning "assault weapons". Advocates for community and law enforcement safety, increased mental health services, gun violence research, and enhanced first responder training and resources.
- Said, "I refuse to accept the level of gun violence impacting our children."

Public Safety

Supports Latino educational advancement; founded Arte GA for Latino creatives and Fiesta De Libros, donating 60,000 books and hosting annual literacy events for children at Plaza Fiesta.

Supports Latino educational advancement; founded Arte GA for Latino creatives and Fiesta De Libros.

- Supports Latino educational advancement; founded Arte GA for Latino creatives and Fiesta De Libros.

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Laura Murvartian

Scott received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration for Finance and International Business from Georgetown University and a Master of Business Administration from Emory University. Scott lives in Peachtree Corners with his wife and their three children.  They are active members of Perimeter Church in Johns Creek.

Scott is Senior Vice President at SouthState Bank, where he has been for the past three years. Additionally, Scott has served in leadership roles for the Fowler Family YMCA and the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities.

Ballotpedia: Scott Hilton (Georgia State Representative)

Scott Hilton is currently State Representative for House District 48. He was elected in 2022 and has served one term. He is vice chair of the education committee and the creative arts and entertainment committee. He previously served as State Representative for House District 95 from 2017 to 2019.

The candidate's website says, "Scott has worked with the small business community in Georgia for over 15 years... previously led the Georgians First Commission as Executive Director with a focus on eliminating burdensome red tape for the benefit of Georgia’s small businesses."

The candidate's website says, "Georgia’s economy is on the right track, with unemployment at a record low... However, we face serious challenges from supply chain issues, inflation, and workforce shortages... to help strengthen Georgia’s economy through cutting regulations, reducing taxes, and supporting expansion of our ports."

Supports cutting taxes and reducing government regulations.

- Supports cutting taxes and reducing government regulations.
- Supports the "expansion of our ports."

As of July 25, 2024, Scott Hilton’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Supports strong public safety measures in Atlanta, advocates for resources and backing for police to address crime, emphasizing the need for leadership to protect the North Fulton community, as a committed father prioritizing security.

Plans to "be a dependable supporter of our local police, always ensuring they have the resources and support needed to do their jobs effectively."

- Plans to "be a dependable supporter of our local police, always ensuring they have the resources and support needed to do their jobs effectively."

Supports curriculum focus on core values in public schools, opposes politicization of education, advocates for tax dollars to follow students, and believes in the benefits of in-person learning without bureaucratic interference.

Wants to "fight to keep politics out of the classroom."

Supports "school choice" and wants to ensure "that your tax dollars follow your student – giving you greater flexibility in education."

- Wants to "fight to keep politics out of the classroom."
- Supports "school choice" and wants to ensure "that your tax dollars follow your student – giving you greater flexibility in education."

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- Your state representative represents the interests of your local district in the Georgia State House of Representatives.
- Your state representative can author, sponsor, and vote on bills that may become state laws. All bills dealing with the state budget originate in the Georgia House of Representatives.
- The State House of Representatives, along with the State Senate, makes up our state lawmaking body: the Georgia General Assembly.
- There are 180 members of the Georgia House of Representatives, each representing a single district.
- State Representatives are elected to two-year terms. They are paid a yearly salary of $17,342. They only serve in the role part-time.

Georgia State Representative, District 48

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