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Lindsey Prather — Democratic State Representative for North Carolina District 115 (official headshot)

Lindsey Prather Voting Record & Scorecard | National Democrat Platform

NC Representative

District: 115 • Democrat

2024 DEM Alignment:

35.14%

Lifetime Alignment:

23.00%

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Rep. Lindsey Prather (D-NC-115) earned a 35% National Democrat Platform score for 2024, showing limited alignment with Democratic Party Platform principles. Lindsey Prather voted on 37 of the 37 substantive bills scored by Dem Platform in 2024. Across 2 years rated, Lindsey Prather's lifetime Dem Platform score averages 23%, with 83 votes recorded across 83 scored bills. Lindsey Prather represents the 115th District in the North Carolina House of Representatives.

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Lawmaker Position

HB 1056House 20241x

Expanding Access to Healthcare and Reducing Employment Barriers by Enacting Licensing Reciprocity for Physician Assistants.

With DEMs
This bill would join the state into the PA Licensure Compact, allowing physician assistants to practice in any state that is a member of the compact. The private sector, via certifications, rating systems, and the free market, is much better equipped to provide consumer protection while also ensuring competition and low consumer costs. Most government licensing entities are overly restrictive and are largely advocated by special interests seeking to restrict competition in the marketplace. Support is the Limited Government Position.
HB 1074House 20241x

Strengthening Election Integrity Through a Constitutional Amendment Clarifying that Only U.S. Citizens Can Vote in Elections.

With DEMs
This bill amends language in the state constitution, clarifying the eligibility to vote in elections. Specifically, this bill stipulates that "Only a citizen of the United States, who is 18 years of age" may vote, replacing language saying "Every person born in the United States and every person who has been naturalized, who is 18 years of age" may vote. The amendment will be adopted by voters in the the 2024 election. Support is the Limited Government Position.
HB 10 (Veto Override)House 20241x

Improving Educational Outcomes by Increasing Funding of School Choice Vouchers and Strengthening National Security Through Mandated Cooperation with Federal Immigration Enforcement.

Against DEMs
This bill contains numerous provisions allocating funding for various programs and departments. Most notably, the bill increases funding for school choice under the Opportunity Scholarship Grant Fund Reserve, to a range of $625 million (previously $415 million) to $800 million (previously $505 million) from 2025 through 2032. The bill also strengthens national security by expanding ways law enforcement must cooperate with federal immigration enforcement in two new ways: law enforcement must attempt to determine if any individual confined in their jails has lawful immigration status (except for persons jailed for minor traffic offenses) and are required to detain individuals for up to 48 hours if ICE issues a detainer for them. Support is the Limited Government Position.
HB 155 (Veto Override)House 20241x

Strengthening Individual Liberties by Expanding the Legal Use of Off-Road Vehicles on Streets and Highways with Speed Limits Up to 55 Miles Per Hour.

Against DEMs
This bill allows the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to issue a certificate of title for all-terrain and utility vehicles and expands the streets and highways on which a modified utility vehicle may operate. Specifically, the bill allows off-road vehicles to now operate on four-lane highways where the posted speed limit is 55 miles per hour or less (previously 35 miles per hour or less). Support is the Limited Government Position.
HB 198 (Veto Override)House 20241x

Slighting Reducing Overreaching Regulations by Expanding Permitted Tree Cutting Around Outdoor Advertising Signs and Extending Eligibility for the Sale of Alcoholic Beverages on Trains.

Against DEMs
This bill contains numerous provisions related to procurement, regulations, and toll fees. Most notably, the bill expands the ability for owners of outdoor advertising signs to cut away vegetation and removes all protections for native redbud trees. The bill also expands eligible rail lines that may sell alcoholic beverages on trains, allowing rail lines that are at least 100 miles long and connects to a national rail network to purchase alcohol from licensed wholesalers and retailers. Support is the Limited Government Position.
HB 237 (Veto Override)House 20241x

Strengthening Religious Liberties and Law and Order by Ensuring Places of Worship are Not Unnecessarily Restricted During a Government Emergency and Increasing Penalties for Obstructing Roads and Emergency Vehicles During a Demonstration.

Against DEMs
This bill stipulates that religious institutions may not be unnecessarily restricted during a government emergency, prohibiting gubernatorial executive orders, local government prohibits and restrictions, or other government rules and regulations that impose additional limitations on religious institutions that are not applicable to other private entities affected by the same or similar emergency. Additionally, the bill enhances penalties for wearing a mask or other clothing to conceal or attempt to conceal an individual''s identity while committing a crime, while also providing an exemption to certain laws limiting wearing masks for those wearing masks for the physical health and safety of others. Lastly, the bill increases penalties for impeding a road or obstructing emergency vehicles during a demonstration and creates a civil liability for organizers of a demonstration that obstructs emergency vehicles. Support is the Limited Government Position.
HB 250House 20241x

Growing the Surveillance State by Expanding the Use of Automatic License Plate Readers Under a Pilot Program to Include State and Federal Law Enforcement.

With DEMs
This bill contains numerous provisions making changes to state law. Notably, this bill expands an existing pilot program, which allows local law enforcement agencies to utilize automatic license plate readers through the State Bureau of Investigation, to include federal and state law enforcement agencies. This measure presents serious civil liberty concerns over the warrantless surveillance and tracking of individuals. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
HB 263 (Amd. 15)House 20241x

Weakening Public Safety and Government Response to Disasters by Diverting Funding from the VIPER Radio System to Address Vendor Rate Increases for Juvenile Offender Transitional Living Facilities.

With DEMs
The Morey amendment 15 to an underlying bill making appropriations for 2024-25. This amendment diverts $1.8 million in recurring funds from the Voice Interoperability Plan for Emergency Responders (VIPER) network, a statewide radio system that connects local, state, and federal partners during emergency response, to the Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. The allocation must be used to address vendor rate increases for transitional living facilities and multipurpose group homes. This measure diverts funding from a necessary program that improves government response to emergencies and natural disasters. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
HB 263 (Amd. 4)House 20241x

Weakening Law and Order by Hindering Efforts to Combat Activist Prosecutors by Removing Explanation Requirements for Dismissal of "Civil Disorder" Cases.

Against DEMs
The Brown amendment 4 to an underlying bill making appropriations for 2024-25. This amendment removes a provision combatting radical activist prosecutors who refuse to enforce laws, deleting a section that requires a prosecutor to explain, in writing and orally in court, the reduction or dismissal of a charge in civil disorder cases. "Civil disorder" is defined as any public disturbance involving acts of violence by groups of three or more persons, which causes an immediate danger of or results in damage or injury to the property or person of any other individual. The section this amendment removes stipulates that general concepts such as "interests of justice" or "insufficient evidence" are not sufficient to meet the requirements of the bill. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
HB 263 (Amd. 6)House 20241x

Avoiding Fiscal Responsibility and Fueling Wasteful Spending by Shifting Funding Meant for Other Programs to Establish a Technical Assistance Program for PFAS Prevention in the Environment.

Against DEMs
The Butler amendment 6 to an underlying bill making appropriations for 2024-25. This amendment funnels a $2.1 million appropriation for the Shallow Draft Navigation Channel Funds to instead by used by the Department of Environmental Quality to establish a technical assistance program to support industries and localities as they implement program to prevent the release of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) into the environment. Additionally, the amendment takes $750,000 meant for the One NC Program, which provides grants to businesses for new jobs in the state, to be used instead for equipment and lab supplies to increase analyzation of PFAS samples in-house. Neither the programs funded by this amendment, nor the programs funding is diverted from fall within the proper role of government. Excessive monies should be returned to the general fund if not in use and returned to taxpayers through tax cuts. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
HB 495House 20241x

Strengthening Public Safety by Cracking Down on Drug Trafficking Through the Creation of a New Offense of "Money Laundering" and Expanding the Crime of Organized Retail Theft.

With DEMs
This bill is designed to combat drug trafficking and dealing by creating a new offense of "money laundering," where an individual knowingly and willfully engages in various activities involving proceeds from criminal activity or funds exceeding $10,000, such as conducting transactions to avoid reporting requirements, transporting and concealing the proceeds of criminal activity, and using criminal proceeds to promote further criminal conduct. Additionally, the bill amends existing organized retail theft laws, allowing an offender to be charged if caught before the transfer of stolen property if there is an intent to do so, including used property in the definition of "retail property" under the crime, and creates a new offense for switching price tags on items valued over $200. Ensuring public safety and protecting property rights serve as essential components of government. Support is the Limited Government Position.
HB 556 (Veto Override)House 20241x

Protecting Landlords from Local Government Overreach by Preventing Mandates Forcing Acceptance of Federal Housing Assistance and Easing Burdens in Property Ownership by Codifying Tenancy in Common.

Against DEMs
This bill strengthens property rights by preventing localities from prohibiting a landlord from refusing to lease or rent housing to an individual because the applicants income includes funding from a federal housing assistance program. Additionally, the bill codifies into law tenancy in common, a legal arrangement where multiple people jointly own a property, but with each individual owning a distinct percentage of the property. This arrangement is convenient in situations where owners want to invest different amounts or have different rights to the property, such as family members or business partners. Support is the Limited Government Position.
HB 690 (Veto Override)House 20241x

Combatting Increasing Government Control and Surveillance by Prohibiting State Agencies from Accepting Federal "Central Bank Digital Currency" as Payment.

Against DEMs
This bill serves as a proactive attempt to block central bank digital currencies (CBDC) issued by any Federal Reserve branch. The bill prohibits a state agency or the General Court of Justice from accepting a payment using CBDC and prohibits the participating in any test of CBDC by the Federal Reserve branch. The creation of a CBDC serves as an existential threat to individual liberties and privacy and will further grow government control over the economy. The Fed has already placed the U.S. dollar in dire jeopardy of destruction through its reckless quantitative easing and expansionary practices. Support is the Limited Government Position.
HB 834 (Veto Override)House 20241x

Increasing Public Safety by Strengthening the Ability to Try Juvenile Offenders Who Commit Felonies as Adults.

Against DEMs
This bill would stipulate that juveniles 16 and older who are charged with a Class A through E felony offense would be tried in adult criminal court, unless the prosecutor and defense attorney agree to move to juvenile court jurisdiction. Additionally, now 13-, 14- and 15-year-olds may be remanded from adult criminal court to juvenile delinquency court. The bill also increases penalties for solicitation of a minor to commit a crime for both adults and minors, streamlines the juvenile court indictment process, and removes the right to appeal from these decisions. Various changes are made to juvenile court processes, such as increasing the timeline of continued secure custody hearings and allowing principals of schools to determine whether to suspend or expel a student, instead of following an automatic suspension policy. Protecting property rights and ensuring public safety are essential roles of government. Support is the Limited Government Position.
HB 900House 20241x

Expanding Government Overreach and Infringing individual Liberties by Prohibiting the Sale of Vaping Products Not Authorized by a Public Directory.

Against DEMs
This bill makes it illegal to sell alternative nicotine products and consumable products not authorized by the FDA and registered within a public directory. The bill establishes a certification process that products must go through to be eligible for the public directory, such as receiving approval by the FDA and requiring the manufacturer to submit an application for the product and pay certain fees. Any retailer, distributor, or wholesaler that sells a vapor product that is not listed on the registry will be faced with fines and possible license revocation. This measure infringes individual liberties and expands government overreach through a one-size-fits-all government mandate. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
HB 912House 20241x

Fueling Wasteful Spending and Indebting Taxpayers by Allowing Public Universities to Issue Over $471 Million in Bonds (Debt) for "Chilled Water Infrastructure" and Other Capital Projects.

Against DEMs
This bill authorizes constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina (UNC) to finance listed capital improvement projects through revenue bonds, special obligation bonds, and other available funding, excluding tuition and general fund appropriations. Specifically, the bill allows up to $60 million to East Carolina University for the renovation of Jones Hall, $102.6 million for chilled water infrastructure expansion and $205.6 million for a translational research building at the UNC at Chapel Hill, and $97.4 million to UNC at Wilmington for Seahawk Housing Complex acquisition. College and university-level education should be funded through user fees (i.e. tuition) by those who wish to pursue their selected career path. These costs should not be imposed on individuals who elect to pursue activities other than higher education, such as those who start their own businesses or work in the trades. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
HB 971House 20241x

Hotel Operation and Personnel Education Act. Expanding Government Overreach Through New Mandates on Lodging Establishments and Vacation Rentals Pertaining to Human Trafficking Training.

Against DEMs
This bill requires specified employees and third-party contractors of lodging establishments and vacation rentals to complete human trafficking awareness training. While human trafficking is certainly a tragedy which society should work to combat, the solution is not the further expansion of the government regulatory state and imposition of new mandates and costs onto the private sector. A much more laudable approach is for the private sector and companies within to invest and establish their own individual procedures to solve societal problems as opposed to the imposition of one-size-fits all government mandates. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
HB 98House 20241x

Strengthening Individual Liberties and Medical Freedom by Providing "Right to Try" Individualized Drugs to Treat Life-Threatening and Debilitating Illnesses.

With DEMs
This bill establishes a "right to try" individualized investigational drugs and products for patients with life-threatening or severely debilitating illnesses. Under the bill, manufacturers are allowed to provide individualized investigational drugs, biological products, and devices to eligible patients. The bill establishes legal and liability protections that prevent sanctions against health care providers, limits frivolous litigation against drug manufacturers, and prohibits government officials from blocking a patient''s access to individualized drugs. Support is the Limited Government Position.
HB 982House 20241x

Growing the Size and Scope of Government Through Interference in Religious Institutions by Providing Taxpayer Funds to Churches that Offer Mental Health Services.

Against DEMs
This bill establishes the "Faith in Mental Health Pilot Program," providing taxpayer funds to eligible religious institutions that qualify for one of three designations under the program. These institutions must use funding from the program to offer mental health or substance abuse services, supported by mandatory training of all institutional personnel that will be participating in the pilot program. The pilot program will only apply to churches serving Vance County, Granville County, or both. Government should not force taxpayers to fund mental health services, especially services provided by churches and other religious institutions. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
HB 984House 20241x

Strengthening Property Rights and Combatting Squatting by Establishing an Expedited Process to Remove "Unauthorized Persons" from Private Property.

With DEMs
This bill strengthens property rights by creating a process for a residential property owner to submit a complaint via affidavit to a law enforcement agency requesting the removal of an "unauthorized person" who has ignored the owner''s demand to leave. Under the bill, an "unauthorized person" is not a tenant, has not paid any rent or other form of payment to the property owner, and has no legal claim to occupy the property. Upon receiving an affidavit from the property owner, law enforcement must remove the unauthorized person from the residential property within 24 hours. The bill does provide cause for civil action for any person harmed by a wrongful removal under this measure. Support is the Limited Government Position.
SB 124House 20241x

Hiking Costs and Regulatory Burdens by Imposing New Mandates on Residential Roof Replacement Contracts and Limiting Insurance Referral Commissions.

Against DEMs
This bill requires contracts for residential roof replacement or repair to have a five-business day cancellation period following an insurance claim denial for the work to be performed under the contract. Work cannot be conducted during the five-day period; however, an exception is allowed for emergency services performed and the insured has given written acknowledgement. The bill also limits a commission or fee given for the referral of insurance business by an unlicensed individual to $50 or less. While the bill allows insurers and insurance products to offer products and services outside an insurance policy, it imposes qualifications that must be met and sets limitations on what services can be offered. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
SB 166 (Veto Override)House 20241x

Unleashing the Free Market by Reducing Burdensome Regulations Imposed on Developers and Builders and Limiting Local Government Overreach.

Against DEMs
This omnibus bill contains various provisions loosening development and building regulations, amending contractor and design requirements, and slightly easing environmental mandates. Notably, the bill limits local government overreach, preventing localities from enforcing overly strict curb and gutter design standards, forcing developers to construct pedestrian facilities in residential subdivisions, and from requiring water or sewer service applicants in multifamily or single residential development to agree to any condition not otherwise authorized by law or to implement a scoring or preference system. The bill also prohibits local fire codes from applying stricter regulations to residential properties than what state law requires, expands the scope of limited electrical contractor licenses to allow work on higher voltage systems (up to 1,000 volts), and provides for more flexible driveway pavement design standards. Overall, this bill reduces regulatory burdens imposed on developers, builders, contractors, and design professionals. Support is the Limited Government Position.
SB 355House 20241x

Worsening Cronyism by Providing $5 Million in Tax Credits for Taxpayers Who Donate Property for Government-Favored Special Interests.

Against DEMs
This bill contains numerous provisions making changes to state agricultural law. Most notably, this bill allows corporations to receive a 25% state tax credit of the value of interest of property donated for government-favored purposes, such as farmland preservation, fish and wildlife conservation, and historic landscape conservation. The total tax credits allowed for a taxpayer in a taxable year is capped at $500,000 for corporations and $250,000 for individuals, with an aggregate cap of $5 million dollars per taxable year with 65% of that amount being allocated for credits claimed for forestland and farmland preservation. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
SB 357House 20241x

Fueling Out-of-Control Spending Through a $67.5 Million Appropriation to Substitute Expiring Federal Funding of Child Care Grants.

Against DEMs
This bill contains various provisions regarding funding of various program and departments. Most notably, the bill includes $67.5 million in stopgap funding to continue childcare stabilization grants that were previously supported by federal funding. This measure further fuels the state''s addiction to federal funding, placing state-taxpayers on the hook to maintain the elevated level of expenditure as federal funding ends. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
SB 445 (Veto Override)House 20241x

Strengthening Property Rights and Combatting Fraud by Increasing Punishment for Residential Property Damage and Criminalizing the Fraudulent Sale of Property.

Against DEMs
This bill stipulates that unless covered under another law that provides greater punishment, any willful and wanton damage, injury, or destruction of residential real property of another that results in damages valued at $1,000 or more is a Class 1 felony. Previously, damage of property was only a Class 1 misdemeanor. The bill also prohibits fraudulent rental, lease, or advertisement for sale of residential real property. Specifically, it is a Class H felony to rent or lease residential property to another person knowing that the renter has no lawful ownership or leasehold interest in the property and a Class I felony to list or advertise residential real property for sale knowing that the seller has no legal title or authority to sell the property. Fraudulent lease or sale of property under this bill are also constitutes as a violation of current unfair methods of competition laws. Support is the Limited Government Position.
SB 527House 20241x

Strengthening Individual Liberties and Expanding Consumer Choice by Reducing Anti-Competitive Regulations in the Alcoholic Beverage Industry.

With DEMs
This bill makes multiple small regulatory reforms that slightly reduce restrictions within the alcohol industry. Most notably, the bill allows the sale of cocktails to-go, exempts low alcohol by volume products from the state''s mixed beverage tax of $20 per four liters that is paid by certain permit holders, and authorizes the sale of alcohol by ABC stores on New Year''s Day, July Fourth, and Labor Day. The bill also allows the sale of branded consumer specialty items, gift cards, and empty barrels by ABC stores, permanently permits 15-year-olds to work inside ABC-permitted establishments, and establishes various new liquor permits. Support is the Limited Government Position.
SB 559House 20241x

Protecting School Choice by Expanding Ability for Certain Charter Schools to Participate in the State''s Teacher Health Plan.

Against DEMs
This bill allows four specified charter schools, NC Leadership Academy, Alpha Academy, Durham Charter, and United Community School to join in the North Carolina State Health Plan for Teachers'' and State Employees'' (SHP). This measure strengthens school choice by easing burdens for charter schools, providing them access to healthcare that public schools enjoy. Support is the Limited Government Position.
SB 565House 20241x

Weakening Public Safety by Reviving a DangerousAutomaticExpungement"Criminal Justice Reform" Which Prevents Communities from Protecting Themselves.

Against DEMs
This bill revives a state program concerning expungement, allowing automatic expungement of criminal charges with eligible verdicts. Under the bill, automatic expungements must occur within 180 to 210 days after the final disposition action for dismissals, not guilty, or not responsible cases. The bill also extends the time period that the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) has to complete suspended automatic expunctions to 365 days. Lastly, the bill clarifies that only certain individuals can access expunged records: prosecutors, the individual whose record was expunged, or the individual''s attorney.
SB 607House 20241x

Easing Regulatory Burdens and Strengthening Law and Order Through Numerous Provisions Regarding Cosmetology Licensure, Aquaculture, and Increased Penalties for Crimes Against Critical Infrastructure.

Against DEMs
This bill contains numerous provisions making changes to state regulations. Most notably, this bill exempts hair washing activities from barber and cosmetologist licensure requirements, excludes aquaculture from the jurisdiction of the Coastal Area Management Act, and limits the ability of the Marine Fisheries Commission to restrict and regulate aquaculture equipment. The bill also prohibits local governments from imposing requirements onto water or sewer service applicants that exceed what is authorized by law. Lastly, the bill increases the punishment for property crimes committed against critical infrastructure, including public water supplies, manufacturing facilities, and wastewater treatment facilities. While the bill does contain some negative provisions, such as imposing mandates on entertainment ticket sales, overall, this measure eases regulatory burdens and strengthens law and order. Support is the Limited Government Position.
SB 607 (Amd. 1)House 20241x

Further Growing Government Central Planning and Interference in the Rail Industry by Allowing the Creation of "Rail Transportation Corridor Authorities".

With DEMs
The Adams amendment 1 to a bill making various changes to state regulations. This amendment includes various provisions, but most notably establishes the "Rail Transportation Corridor Authority" design to "aid commerce, public transportation, and any other rail services associated with rail corridors." Rail corridor authorities are allowed to charge and collect fees for use of rail corridors, purchase or finance property, make contracts, establish rules and regulations, create and operate new agencies and departments, and much more. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
SB 607 (Amd. 11)House 20241x

Advancing Government Overreach Through a Ban on Products with "Intentionally Added" PFAS and Imposing Certificate Requirements on Manufacturers.

Against DEMs
The Autry amendment 11 to a bill making various changes to state regulations. This amendment would ban knowingly manufacturing, selling, or offering for sale any covered products that contains intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Used products for sale or resell are not considered covered products. Additionally, all manufacturers of a covered products must provide retailers with a certificate of compliance stating that at a minimum, the product complies with this measure and does not contain added PFAS. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
SB 607 (Amd. 12)House 20241x

Slightly Expanding Protections Against Local Government Overreach by Extending the Prohibition of Local Restrictions on Battery-Charged Security Fences to Include Enforcement of Existing Laws.

With DEMs
The McNeely amendment 12 to a bill making various changes to state regulations. This amendment expands an existing law which prevents local governments from adopting any ordinance, rule, or regulation that: requires any type of permit or fee for installation, imposes installation and operational requirements, or prohibits installation in nonresidential use zones of battery-operated security fences. This amendment stipulates that a locality cannot enforce existing ordinances or regulations that violate the aforementioned provisions. Support is the Limited Government Position.
SB 607 (Amd. 14)House 20241x

Preventing New Employment Barriers by Removing Licensure Mandates on Reflexologists, Music Therapists, and Naturopathic Doctors That Would Further Restrict Competition.

With DEMs
The Potts amendment 14 to a bill making various changes to state regulations. This amendment removes new measures from the underlying bill that require reflexologists, music therapists, and naturopathic doctors to obtain state licensure in order to practice. Ultimately, the private sector, via certifications, rating systems, and the free market, is much better equipped to provide consumer protection while also ensuring competition and low consumer costs. Most government licensing entities are overly restrictive and are largely advocated by special interests seeking to restrict competition in the marketplace. Support is the Limited Government Position.
SB 607 (Amd. 5)House 20241x

Providing Slight Relief from Overreaching Environmental Regulations by Exempting "Aquaculture" from Coastal Area Management Programs and the Authority of the Marine Fisheries Commission.

With DEMs
The Dixon amendment 5 to a bill making various changes to state regulations. This amendment stipulates that "aquaculture" is not considered development under the "Coastal Area Management Act," which establishes a cooperative program between state and local governments designed to regulate development in coastal areas. Specifically, the amendment exempts floating structures used primarily for aquaculture and associated with an active shellfish cultivation lease area or franchise from the authority of the Coastal Resources Commission. The amendment also prohibits the Marine Fisheries Commission from regulating cages, poles, anchoring systems, or any above-water frames or structural supports used for aquaculture. Support is the Limited Government Position.
SB 607 (Amd. 7)House 20241x

Strengthening Property Rights by Allowing Temporary Dwellings on Residential Property During the Construction of a Permanent Home Through County Permits.

With DEMs
The Crutchfield amendment 7 to a bill making various changes to state regulations. This amendment allows for the use of temporary dwellings, including recreational vehicles, on residential property during the construction of a permanent residential dwelling through a temporary permit issued by the relative county. Certain conditions must be met to qualify for a temporary dwelling permit, such as meeting minimum habitability and safety standards, having access to a source of power, and meeting setback requirements that apply to the parcel. Under the amendment, temporary permits issued are exclusively regulated by the issuing county and supersede the regulatory authority of any other local government entity. While lawmakers should instead repeal the zoning and land use ordinances and draconian permit requirements that restrict competition and weaken property rights, this measure serves as a step in the right direction. Support is the Limited Government Position.
SB 802House 20241x

Competing With the Private Lending Industry and Placing Taxpayer Funds at Risk Through the Establishment of a Commercial Property Assessed Capital Expenditure (C-PACE) Program.

Against DEMs
This bill enacts the "Commercial Property Assessed Capital Expenditure (C-PACE) Act," which will provide financing to commercial property owners for certain government-approved improvements, such as energy efficiency, water conservation, renewable energy, and resilience measures. Under the bill, local governments can elect to adopt the C-PACE program to provide financing for qualified improvements up to 35% of the value of the property. C-PACE payments are made through a voluntary property assessment and secured by a lien on the property. It is not the proper role of government to compete in the lending industry. Oppose is the Limited Government Position.
SB 921House 20241x

Strengthening Election Integrity Through a State Constitutional Amendment Requiring Voter Identification for All Methods of Voting.

Against DEMs
This bill amends the state constitution to require photo identification for all voters, regardless of method of voting. Under current law, photo identification is only required for in-person voting. The amendment will be presented before voters in the 2026 election. Support is the Limited Government Position.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rep. Lindsey Prather's voting record?

Rep. Lindsey Prather (D-NC-115) earned a 35% National Democrat Platform score for 2024, showing limited alignment with Democratic Party Platform principles. Lindsey Prather voted on 37 of the 37 substantive bills scored by Dem Platform in 2024. Across 2 years rated, Lindsey Prather's lifetime Dem Platform score averages 23%, with 83 votes recorded across 83 scored bills. Lindsey Prather represents the 115th District in the North Carolina House of Representatives.

How aligned is Lindsey Prather with Democratic Party Platform principles?

Lindsey Prather earned a 35% National Democrat Platform score in 2024, showing limited alignment with Democratic Party Platform principles.

What is Lindsey Prather's Dem Platform score?

Lindsey Prather has a 35% Dem Platform score for 2024. Across 2 years rated, Lindsey Prather's lifetime average is 23%.

Where does Lindsey Prather serve?

Rep. Lindsey Prather (D-NC-115) represents the 115th District in the North Carolina House of Representatives as a Democrat.

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