Cory Atkins (February 10, 1949) is an American state legislator serving in the Massachusetts House of Representatives . She was first elected in 1998.[1] Atkins is a Concord resident and a member of the Democratic Party .[2]
Background
Born in Boston, Massachusetts , Atkins went to Burdett Business School and then received her bachelor's degree from University of Massachusetts Boston . Prior to serving in the Massachusetts House of Representatives, Atkins worked as a partner with ADS Ventures from 1992 until 1999.[3] She is an instructor at Middlesex Community College and writes a political newspaper column and travel column. She was married to Chester G. Atkins who also served in the Massachusetts General Court and in the United States House of Representatives , but has been separated from him for several years.[4]
Politics
June 1, 2016, Voted Yea on Bill S 735 to pass a bill that prohibits discrimination based on gender identity in public places.[5]
March 9, 2016, Voted Yea on Bill H4049 to establish regulations for ride-sharing companies.[6]
July 31, 2014, Voted Yea on Bill H 4278 to amend firearm laws[7]
June 18, 2014, Voted Yea on Bill S 2123 to increase the minimum wage[8]
January 22, 2013, Atkins introduced House Bill 2491, authorizing the town of Concord to impose an income tax on its residents to provide property tax relief.[9]
Jan 28, 2010, Voted Yea on Bill H 4441 to establish school nutrition standards[10]
April 27, 2009, Voted Yea along with 108 other Democrats on the Sciortino Amdt to increase sales tax from 5 percent to 6.25 percent[11]
July 29, 2008, Voted Nay to Bill H 5022 to reduce the firearm licensing fee[12]
Jan. 23, 2008, Voted Yea to Bill H 4477 to ban cellphone use while driving a motorcycle[13]
Protest vote
Cory Atkins is well known for her protest vote against Mass. House Speaker Sal DiMaisi's reelection in 2009. Atkins, along with six other Democrats, voted "present" as a signal to the need for new leadership on Beacon Hill.[14] These seven Democrats were praised for their bold vote against DiMaisi. Atkins pointed to her duty to serve her constituents with her best judgement.[15]
References
^ [1] Ballotpedia, Cory Atkins
^ Cory Atkins . Massachusetts General Court.
^ [2] Ballotpedia, Cory Atkins
^ Votesmart.org-Cory Atkins
^ [3] Vote Smart, S 735 - Prohibits Discrimination Based on Gender Identity - Key Vote
^ [4] Vote Smart, H 4049 - Establishes Regulations for Ride-Sharing Companies - Key Vote
^ [5] Vote Smart, H 4278
^ [6] Vote Smart, S 2123
^ [7] MA Legislature Bill H.2491
^ [8] Vote Smart, H 4441
^ [9] Vote Smart, Sciortino Amdt
^ [10] VoteSmart, H 5022
^ [11] Vote Smart, H 4477
^ [12] Mass Live, Mass. House Speaker Sal DiMaisi re-elected by Democrats despite ethics questions
^ 'Beacon Hill's 7 Brave Souls', Yvonne Abraham, Boston Globe, 10/18/09
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