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John Chilton McAuliff

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John Chilton McAuliff is running for Virginia State Delegate, District 30.

Personal background

John is from Piedmont. He holds a bachelor's degree in leadership studies management from the University of Richmond. He lives in Fauquier County, Virginia.

Professional background

John is the owner of Chilton House Suites, a bed-and-breakfast in Old Town Warrenton. He previously worked for the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development team. He also worked in former President Biden's Office of Clean Energy Innovation and Implementation, managing investments from the Inflation Reduction Act.

Political background

John previously served as Chief of Staff to Delegate David Reid for 3 years.

Economy

Plans to give first-time entrepreneurs under 40 a $5,000 tax credit.

Plans to provide first-time homebuyers with a $10,000 tax credit if they purchase a home in a rural area.

Supports Virginia’s prevailing wage law, which requires state-funded construction projects to pay workers the local average wage.

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Energy & the Environment

Supports transitioning to renewable energy sources like wind, solar, and hydroelectric power to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and create sustainable jobs.

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Public Safety

Supports strengthening collective bargaining for public employees.

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Education

Supports guaranteed full-day pre-kindergarten education in Loudoun County.

Plans to work towards reinstating the tuition freeze.

Supports reducing high school and college costs and minimizing student debt.

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Healthcare

Supports abortion access and supports efforts to protect it in the Virginia Constitution.

Plans to increase funding and access to mental healthcare in schools and hospitals.

As a state senator, supported legislation that expanded health insurance access for 400,000 state residents.

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Voting & Elections

Believes Virginia's lack of campaign finance regulations allows companies to influence elected officials.

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