AJC/ACC Voter Guide - Local & Legislative Questionnaire

Hamza is a resident of Forsyth County. He graduated from Georgia State University as a first-generation college student.

Hamza is a technology consultant who has worked with multiple consulting firms. He has experience in budget preparation for Georgia State University's College of Arts & Sciences, has been involved in launching Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans for AmeriHealth, and has worked on healthcare initiatives with Anthem Healthcare in California. Additionally, he has contributed to the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation's efforts to meet SEC requirements for reducing securities settlement time.

Hamza Nazir's campaign for state senator is his first entry into politics.

Candidate website

The candidate's website says, "In order to tackle Forsyth county's traffic problem and simultaneously help keep property prices growing at a sustainable rate, we need to bring high-paying jobs to Forsyth County. Read More"

 Believes current home values in Forsyth can be made sustainable through the creation of more job opportunities and attracting investments.

Said, "Forsyth county boasts one of the highest income levels nationwide, with residents contributing significantly to the state's economy... It is my goal to make sure that Forsyth county has world-class roads and infrastructure."

Wants to improve roads and infrastructure in Forsyth County and increase the frequency of commuter bus services to ensure more efficient transportation.

Said, "I am committed to bringing high-paying technology and corporate jobs to Forsyth County."

Committed to bringing high-paying technology and corporate jobs to Forsyth County.

-  Believes current home values in Forsyth can be made sustainable through the creation of more job opportunities and attracting investments.
- Wants to improve roads and infrastructure in Forsyth County and increase the frequency of commuter bus services to ensure more efficient transportation.
- Committed to bringing high-paying technology and corporate jobs to Forsyth County.

Economy

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

Energy & the Environment

Believes Georgia's refusal to close the coverage gap results in losing $3 billion annually in federal health coverage funds, equating to over $8 million daily, with a potential $9 federal match for every state dollar spent.

The candidate's website says, "The excuse that we will have to increase taxes to fund Medicaid no longer exists... This is more than enough to pay for Medicaid expansion."

States Georgia can use its surplus of $16 billion for fiscal year 2023 to fund Medicaid.

Said, "Nearly 1 in 5 Georgians under the age of 65 are uninsured. My greatest priority is to close the coverage gap and expand medicaid into the state of Georgia."

Said, "My top priority is expanding Medicaid in the state of Georgia. The high cost of hospital bills, doctor visits, medications and health insurance premiums within our state prevented them from getting the health care they needed."

- Believes Georgia's refusal to close the coverage gap results in losing $3 billion annually in federal health coverage funds, equating to over $8 million daily, with a potential $9 federal match for every state dollar spent.
- States Georgia can use its surplus of $16 billion for fiscal year 2023 to fund Medicaid.
- Said, "My top priority is expanding Medicaid in the state of Georgia. The high cost of hospital bills, doctor visits, medications and health insurance premiums within our state prevented them from getting the health care they needed."

Healthcare

Said, "Recently the boundaries of Georgia State Senate District 27 were intentionally manipulated to gain an unfair advantage... I will stand against this political discrimination and corruption."

Opposes the boundary changes for Georgia State Senate District 27.

Wants to make voter registration easier and remove obstacles to voting.

Said, "Voter suppression legislation and rampant gerrymandering are un-American and anti-democratic... We must fight to stop those who would take us backwards into a dark past of civil injustice..."

Said, "Voter suppression legislation and rampant gerrymandering are un-American and anti-democratic. We must fight to stop those who would take us backwards into a dark past of civil injustice and disparities based on race, gender or creed."

- Opposes the boundary changes for Georgia State Senate District 27.
- Wants to make voter registration easier and remove obstacles to voting.
- Said, "Voter suppression legislation and rampant gerrymandering are un-American and anti-democratic. We must fight to stop those who would take us backwards into a dark past of civil injustice and disparities based on race, gender or creed."

Voting & Elections

Supports Second Amendment rights and responsible gun ownership, endorses tax credits for gun safes, and opposes permit-less carry laws due to safety concerns and increased gun violence in Georgia.

Supports Second Amendment rights and also endorses tax credits for gun safes and opposes permit-less carry laws.

The candidate's website says, "By fostering a dialogue and enacting policies that promote responsible gun ownership and robust safety protocols, we can ensure the safety of our children without compromising our constitutional freedoms. Read More"

The candidate's website says, "By fostering a dialogue and enacting policies that promote responsible gun ownership and robust safety protocols, we can ensure the safety of our children without compromising our constitutional freedoms."

- Supports Second Amendment rights and also endorses tax credits for gun safes and opposes permit-less carry laws.
- The candidate's website says, "By fostering a dialogue and enacting policies that promote responsible gun ownership and robust safety protocols, we can ensure the safety of our children without compromising our constitutional freedoms."

Public Safety

The candidate's website says, "Currently, Georgia lawmakers are pushing to redirect tax funds ... to support privately owned, unaccountable private schools. If this proposal were to pass, it could strip resources away from Georgia's public schools, worsening conditions, especially in schools already struggling academically."

Opposes redirecting tax funds to support private schools as it could strip resources away from Georgia's public schools and worsening conditions.

The candidate's website says, "Instead of supporting vouchers, these funds could be channeled towards improving underperforming public schools by boosting teacher salaries. This would not only attract more educators but also reduce student-to-teacher ratios, enabling teachers to better address individual student needs."

Believes funds could be channeled towards improving underperforming public schools by boosting teacher salaries and improving student-to-teacher ratios.

The candidate's website says, "The Forsyth County public school system serves as a shining example of what well-funded and adequately resourced public schools can achieve... school voucher programs often carry inherent biases, as private schools can selectively admit students based on factors such as grades, religion, or financial status."

Said, "School voucher programs often carry inherent biases, as private schools can selectively admit students based on factors such as grades, religion, or financial status."

- Opposes redirecting tax funds to support private schools as it could strip resources away from Georgia's public schools and worsening conditions.
- Believes funds could be channeled towards improving underperforming public schools by boosting teacher salaries and improving student-to-teacher ratios.
- Said, "School voucher programs often carry inherent biases, as private schools can selectively admit students based on factors such as grades, religion, or financial status."

Education

Hamza Nazir

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