Deanna Ballard

Republican Party

North Carolina State Senate District 45

Tenure

2016 - Present

Term ends

2023

Years in position

Predecessor

Daniel Soucek

Compensation

Base salary

$13,951/year

Per diem

$104/day. For additional expenses, legislators receive $559/month.

Elections and appointments

Last elected

November 3, 2020

Appointed

April 26, 2016

Contact

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Deanna Ballard (Republican Party) is a member of the North Carolina State Senate, representing District 45. She assumed office on April 26, 2016. Her current term ends on January 1, 2023.

Ballard (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the North Carolina State Senate to represent District 47. She lost in the Republican primary on May 17, 2022.

## Contents

* 1 Committee assignments
* 1.1 2017 legislative session
* 2 Elections
* 2.1 2022
* 2.1.1 Campaign finance
* 2.2 2020
* 2.2.1 Campaign finance
* 2.3 2018
* 2.4 2016
* 3 Campaign themes
* 3.1 2022
* 3.2 2020
* 3.3 2016
* 4 Campaign donors
* 4.1 2016
* 5 Scorecards
* 5.1 2021
* 5.2 2020
* 5.3 2019
* 5.4 2018
* 5.5 2017
* 5.6 2016
* 6 See also
* 7 External links
* 8 Footnotes

## Committee assignments[edit]

This membership information was last updated in March 2021. Ballotpedia completes yearly updates of committee membership. If you would like to send us an update, email us at: editor@ballotpedia.org.

#### 2021-2022

Ballard was assigned to the following committees:

* Appropriations on Education/Higher Education Committee, Chair
* Senate Appropriations on Health and Human Services Committee
* Education/Higher Education Committee, Chair
* Senate Finance Committee
* Health Care Committee
* Pensions and Retirement and Aging Committee, Chair
* Rules and Operations of the Senate Committee
* Appropriations/Base Budget Committee

#### 2019-2020

Ballard was assigned to the following committees:

* Appropriations/Base Budget Committee
* Health Care Committee
* Appropriations on Education/Higher Education Committee, Chair
* Education/Higher Education Committee, Chair
* Rules and Operations of the Senate Committee
* Senate Transportation Committee

### 2017 legislative session[edit]

At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:

North Carolina committee assignments, 2017

• Appropriations on Education/Higher Education
• Education/Higher Education
• Health Care
• State and Local Government
• Transportation

## Elections[edit]

### 2022[edit]

See also: North Carolina State Senate elections, 2022

General election

The candidate list in this election may not be complete.

##### General election for North Carolina State Senate District 47

Incumbent Ralph Hise is running in the general election for North Carolina State Senate District 47 on November 8, 2022.

Candidate

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| Ralph Hise (R)

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Incumbents are bolded and underlined.

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Republican primary election

#####  Republican primary for North Carolina State Senate District 47

Incumbent Ralph Hise defeated incumbent Deanna Ballard in the Republican primary for North Carolina State Senate District 47 on May 17, 2022.

Candidate

Votes

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| Ralph Hise |

50.7

| 13,085

| Deanna Ballard |

49.3

| 12,706

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Incumbents are bolded and underlined. Source 1 Source 2

| Total votes: 25,791

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#### Campaign finance[edit]

### 2020[edit]

See also: North Carolina State Senate elections, 2020

General election

##### General election for North Carolina State Senate District 45

Incumbent Deanna Ballard defeated Jeanne Supin in the general election for North Carolina State Senate District 45 on November 3, 2020.

Candidate

Votes

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✔ |

| Deanna Ballard (R)  |

68.4

| 71,897

| Jeanne Supin (D)  |

31.6

| 33,139

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Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

| Total votes: 105,036

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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Jeanne Supin advanced from the Democratic primary for North Carolina State Senate District 45.

Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Deanna Ballard advanced from the Republican primary for North Carolina State Senate District 45.

#### Campaign finance[edit]

### 2018[edit]

See also: North Carolina State Senate elections, 2018

General election

##### General election for North Carolina State Senate District 45

Incumbent Deanna Ballard defeated Wes Luther in the general election for North Carolina State Senate District 45 on November 6, 2018.

Candidate

Votes

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✔ |

| Deanna Ballard (R)  |

65.1

| 48,998

| Wes Luther (D)  |

34.9

| 26,293

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Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

| Total votes: 75,291

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#### Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

* Brandon Anderson (D)

Democratic primary election

#####  Democratic primary for North Carolina State Senate District 45

Brandon Anderson advanced from the Democratic primary for North Carolina State Senate District 45 on May 8, 2018.

Candidate

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| Brandon Anderson

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Republican primary election

#####  Republican primary for North Carolina State Senate District 45

Incumbent Deanna Ballard defeated Shirley Randleman in the Republican primary for North Carolina State Senate District 45 on May 8, 2018.

Candidate

Votes

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✔ |

| Deanna Ballard |

53.6

| 8,403

| Shirley Randleman |

46.4

| 7,276

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Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified.

| Total votes: 15,679

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### 2016[edit]

See also: North Carolina State Senate elections, 2016

Elections for the North Carolina State Senate took place in 2016. The primary election was held on March 15, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016.[1] The candidate filing deadline was December 21, 2015.[2] Incumbent Daniel Soucek (R) resigned from the state Senate on April 8, 2016. Deanna Ballard (R) was appointed to the seat on April 26, 2016.

Incumbent Deanna Ballard defeated Art Sherwood in the North Carolina State Senate District 45 general election.[3][4]

North Carolina State Senate, District 45 General Election, 2016

Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes
| Republican  |  Deanna Ballard Incumbent | 65.00% | 56,758
| Democratic  | Art Sherwood | 35.00% | 30,559
Total Votes | 87,317
Source: North Carolina State Board of Elections

Art Sherwood ran unopposed in the North Carolina State Senate District 45 Democratic primary.[5][6]

North Carolina State Senate, District 45 Democratic Primary, 2016

Party | Candidate
| Democratic |  Art Sherwood (unopposed)

Deanna Ballard defeated Ken Boham in the North Carolina State Senate District 45 Republican primary.[7][8]

North Carolina State Senate, District 45 Republican Primary, 2016

Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes
| Republican  |  Deanna Ballard | 53.00% | 13,546
| Republican  | Ken Boham | 47.00% | 12,013
Total Votes | 25,559

## Campaign themes[edit]

### 2022[edit]

#### Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

Deanna Ballard did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.

### 2020[edit]

Deanna Ballard did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.

### 2016[edit]

Ballard's website highlighted the following campaign themes:

“  | Jobs and Economy

Born and raised in North Carolina surrounded by a family logging company, Deanna understands the energy, long hours, and commitment it takes to build a successful small business.

She also knows that a changing marketplace and government regulations and mandates can be significant challenges for any small business – family-owned or not.

The North Carolina tax code is over 600 pages long, and many citizens spend thousands of hours and dollars trying to comply with all of the rules. Deanna will fight to remove burdensome regulations so that businesses will be encouraged to expand and hire more employees. It is her goal to put more money and, therefore, power in taxpayers' pockets to take care of current needs and save for future expenses.

Education

Deanna is proud to be a beneficiary of the North Carolina public education system. She is also the daughter of a public school teacher and has seen first-hand the time and effort educators dedicate to reviewing papers and reports after long workdays and family dinners. Many hard-working individuals strive to afford opportunities for students to achieve their full potential and Deanna is committed to making sure the focus of education continues to be on the best outcome for the children.

Class size, competitive teacher pay, or curriculum decisions, it all comes down to listening and effectively addressing the concerns of parents, teachers and school officials at the local level. Empowering local ownership is key to building an educated workforce.

Thoughtfully spending our tax dollars on education must be a priority to chart a path to attracting more businesses, creating more jobs, and growing the state's economy. As a NC State Senator, Deanna will spend more time in the classroom, communicate with families in the district regarding their preferences and concerns, and focus on providing accessible and affordable learning opportunities for young people after high school. While larger universities and four-year colleges may not be for everyone, community colleges and vocational and technical schools can help many achieve their goals.

Constitutional Liberties

Upholding the Constitution and its We the People charge will be at the heart of Deanna's service in the NC Senate. She will fiercely protect the rights and freedom of law-abiding citizens, challenging those who ignore the First Amendment by targeting churches and organizations because of their faith and opposing gun laws that restrict our Second Amendment rights.

Taking the oath of office is a great privilege and serious responsibility for any elected official. When left unchecked, federal government can and has already overstepped its constitutional authority. Deanna will be dedicated to protecting our states’ rights, limiting the scope and size of federal government's impact on our state.

Sanctity of Life

Recognizing that God is the giver of all life, it is crucial that we protect the precious lives of the unborn from the moment of conception. Mothers with unplanned pregnancies need to know that there is hope, and there are a variety of valuable, pro-life services available to them.

Fiscal Responsibility

Though the General Assembly of North Carolina has eliminated $2.75 billion of debt in recent years, our state budget still struggles with billions of unfunded liabilities. More must be done to prevent future generations from being overwhelmed with more crushing debt.

There must be meaningful action to ensure timely balanced budgets and higher accountability of government agencies and administrators who spend your tax dollars. Underlying problems with Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid should also be addressed.

Deanna will work to build a brighter future by paying down the debt and focusing on opportunities to grow the economy. These positive steps will take time, but she is dedicated to putting in the hours and effort needed to make it a reality.

Veterans and Military Families

As sister to a 15-year Navy Aviation Ordnance Chief, Deanna takes great pride in the men and women serving in our military. Those soldiers, sailors, airmen, Coast Guardsmen, and Marines--and their families--continue to sacrifice so much for our freedom, both overseas and here at home. We can never say thank you enough.

That’s why keeping our promises to veterans is important. Healthcare, employment opportunities, housing, and education options should be available and readily accessible. Veteran’s benefits should be distributed in a timely and efficient fashion. Deanna will be a strong advocate for veterans and military families in the 45th District.

Agriculture and Environment

One of the 45th District's greatest treasures is the land--from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the rolling green countryside and farmlands, our area provides an incredibly special, unique way of life. This provides tremendous opportunities for tourism and small business development that keep our community attractive and growing.

Deanna believes good stewardship of our natural resources carefully balanced with strong economic growth will help ensure future generations can enjoy the beauty and vitality of our area.[9][10]

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## Campaign donors[edit]

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Note: The finance data shown here comes from the disclosures required of candidates and parties. Depending on the election or state, this may represent only a portion of all the funds spent on their behalf. Satellite spending groups may or may not have expended funds related to the candidate or politician on whose page you are reading this disclaimer. Campaign finance data from elections may be incomplete. For elections to federal offices, complete data can be found at the FEC website. Click here for more on federal campaign finance law and here for more on state campaign finance law.

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Deanna Ballard campaign contribution history

Year | Office | Result | Contributions
2018 | North Carolina State Senate District 45 |  ✔ | $162,516
2016 | North Carolina State Senate, District 45 |  ✔ | $95,237
Grand total raised | $257,753

Source: Follow the Money

### 2018

North Carolina State Senate District 45 2018 election - Campaign Contributions

Top individual contributors to Deanna Ballard's campaign in 2018
GRAY, JOHN | $5,200.00
MARKHUS, WILHEM | $5,200.00
WORDSWORTH, ELAINE S | $5,000.00
WORDSWORTH, STEVE A | $5,000.00
SMITH III, JOHN D | $5,000.00
Total Raised in 2018 | $162,515.82
Source: Follow the Money

### 2016[edit]

Ballard won election to the North Carolina State Senate in 2016. During that election cycle, Ballard raised a total of $95,237.

North Carolina State Senate 2016 election - campaign contributions

Top contributors to Deanna Ballard's campaign in 2016
North Carolina Republican Senate Caucus| $20,655
Henson, Alexandra L (Sandra)| $5,100
Lutz, Thomas P.| $5,100
Sarahpac| $5,000
Graham, Melvin| $5,000
Total raised in 2016| $95,237
Source: Follow the Money

## Scorecards[edit]

See also: State legislative scorecards and State legislative scorecards in North Carolina

A scorecard evaluates a legislator’s voting record. Its purpose is to inform voters about the legislator’s political positions. Because scorecards have varying purposes and methodologies, each report should be considered on its own merits. For example, an advocacy group’s scorecard may assess a legislator’s voting record on one issue while a state newspaper’s scorecard may evaluate the voting record in its entirety.

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### 2021

To view all the scorecards we found for this legislator in 2021, click [show].

In 2021, the North Carolina State Legislature was in session from January 13 to December 30.

* Affordable Healthcare Coalition of North Carolina

Legislators are scored based on their stance related to healthcare costs.

* Civitas Action

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

* North Carolina Chamber

Legislators are scored on their votes related to business.

* The American Conservative Union

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

### 2020

To view all the scorecards we found for this legislator in 2020, click [show].

In 2020, the North Carolina State Legislature was in session from April 28 to September 3. The legislature was in recess from July 8 to September 1 and then reconvened September 2 to September 3.

* Civitas Action

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

* National Federation of Independent Business

Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues.

* NC Values Coalition

Legislators are scored on their votes on bills relating to family issues.

* The American Conservative Union

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

### 2019

To view all the scorecards we found for this legislator in 2019, click [show].

In 2019, the General Assembly of North Carolina was in session from January 9 through August 27.

* Civitas Action

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

* The American Conservative Union

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

### 2018

To view all the scorecards we found for this legislator in 2018, click [show].

In 2018, the General Assembly of North Carolina was in session from January 10 through July 4.

* Civitas Action

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

* The American Conservative Union

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

### 2017

To view all the scorecards we found for this legislator in 2017, click [show].

In 2017, the General Assembly of North Carolina was in session from January 11 through June 30. Before the legislature adjourned its regular scheduled session, the legislature scheduled the following additional session dates: August 3, August 18 to August 25, August 28 to August 31, and October 4 to October 17.

* Civitas Action

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

* NC Values Coalition

Legislators are scored on their votes on bills relating to family issues.

* The American Conservative Union

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

### 2016

To view all the scorecards we found for this legislator in 2016, click [show].

In 2016, the General Assembly of North Carolina was in session from April 25 through July 1.

* Civitas Action: 2016 Full Rankings

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

* North Carolina League of Conservation Voters: 2016 Legislative Scorecard

Legislators are scored on their votes on environment and conservation issues.

* N.C. Values Coalition: 2016 scorecard

Legislators are scored on their votes on bills relating to family issues.

* The American Conservative Union: 2016 Legislative Scorecard

Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

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## Footnotes[edit]

1. ↑ The primary for U.S. congressional elections was rescheduled to June 7, 2016, following legal challenges to North Carolina's district maps. State races were unaffected.
2. ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "2016 Candidate Filing," archived January 19, 2016
3. ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "Candidate Listing," accessed August 23, 2016
4. ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "2016 General Election results lookup," accessd December 21, 2016
5. ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "Candidate Listing," accessed January 4, 2016
6. ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "03/15/2016 Official primary results - Statewide," March 15, 2016
7. ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "Candidate Listing," accessed January 4, 2016
8. ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "03/15/2016 Official primary results - Statewide," March 15, 2016
9. ↑ Committee to Elect Ballard for NC Senate, "Issues," accessed March 6, 2016
10. ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

Political offices

Preceded by
Daniel Soucek (R)  |  North Carolina State Senate District 45
2016-Present | Succeeded by

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Current members of the North Carolina State Senate

Leadership

Majority Leader:Kathy Harrington

Senators

District 1

Bob Steinburg (R)

District 2

Norman Sanderson (R)

District 3

Ernestine Bazemore (D)

District 4

Milton Fitch (D)

District 5

Donald Davis (D)

District 6

Michael Lazzara (R)

District 7

Jim Perry (R)

District 8

William Rabon (R)

District 9

Michael Lee (R)

District 10

Brent Jackson (R)

District 11

Lisa Barnes (R)

District 12

Jim Burgin (R)

District 13

Danny Britt (R)

District 14

Dan Blue (D)

District 15

Jay Chaudhuri (D)

District 16

Wiley Nickel (D)

District 17

Sydney Batch (D)

District 18

Sarah Crawford (D)

District 19

Kirk deViere (D)

District 20

Natalie Murdock (D)

District 21

Ben Clark (D)

District 22

Mike Woodard (D)

District 23

Valerie Foushee (D)

District 24

Amy Galey (R)

District 25

Tom McInnis (R)

District 26

Dave Craven (R)

District 27

Michael Garrett (D)

District 28

Gladys Robinson (D)

District 29

Steven Jarvis (R)

District 30

Phil Berger (R)

District 31

Joyce Krawiec (R)

District 32

Paul Lowe (D)

District 33

Carl Ford (R)

District 34

Vickie Sawyer (R)

District 35

Todd Johnson (R)

District 36

Paul Newton (R)

District 37

Jeff Jackson (D)

District 38

Mujtaba Mohammed (D)

District 39

DeAndrea Salvador (D)

District 40

Joyce Waddell (D)

District 41

Natasha Marcus (D)

District 42

Dean Proctor (R)

District 43

Kathy Harrington (R)

District 44

Ted Alexander (R)

District 45

Deanna Ballard (R)

District 46

Warren Daniel (R)

District 47

Ralph Hise (R)

District 48

Chuck Edwards (R)

District 49

Julie Mayfield (D)

District 50

Kevin Corbin (R)

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