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Larry W. Potts

REPUBLICAN

Larry W. Potts is running for North Carolina State Representative, District 81, Republican Primary.

Personal background

Larry W Potts and his wife reside in the Reeds community. They are members of First Baptist Church of Welcome and have three children. Larry attended Davidson County Community College and Spokane Community College.

Professional background

Larry previously served in the United States Air Force for four years, owned and managed Southland Construction Company in Reeds, and served as president of Davidson Investment Group.

Political background

Larry is currently a member of the North Carolina House of Representatives representing District 81. He was elected in 2016.

Economy

Plans to reduce government taxes, "intrusion," regulation, and bureaucracy on American business and industry.

As a state representative, sponsored a bill to cut taxes on overtime pay, bonuses, and tips up to $2,500.

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Energy & the Environment

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Healthcare

As of January 2, 2026, Larry W. Potts’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Voting & Elections

As a state representative, sponsored a bill that would make Election Day a paid holiday for state employees.

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Public Safety

As a state representative, sponsored a bill allowing concealed handgun carry without a permit, with some exceptions, and permitting elected officials to carry with a concealed permit.

Opposes policies that limit access to guns.

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Education

As of January 2, 2026, Larry W. Potts’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Foreign Policy and Immigration

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