Douglas M. Smith, state Assembly, 5th District
DOUGLAS M. SMITH
Republican
BACKGROUND:
- Smith, 30, of Holbrook, is seeking his second full term in the Assembly after winning a special election and then regular election in 2018.
- He is also running on the Conservative and Independence party lines.
- He has a web design business and is a former math teacher.
ISSUES:
- Smith said public safety was the main issue facing the district and he wants to repeal bail reform and secure a $30 million grant to better equip police departments throughout the state.
- He said he wants to increase legal penalties for illegal sand mining.
- Helping businesses and residents recover from the economic impact of the pandemic is a priority, he said.
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