House District 74: Delegate Lamont Bagby, Democrat (incumbent) vs. James L. “Jimmy” Brooks, Republican
George C. Copeland Jr. | 10/21/2021, noon
Delegate Lamont Bagby, who has represented House District 74 since 2015, is being challenged by political novice Republican James L. “Jimmy” Brooks.
The district include parts of Richmond and Henrico County. It runs from Virginia Center Commons in northeastern Henrico through parts of North Side and East Highland Park to Highland Springs and Elko Road.
Delegate Bagby, 44, is chairman of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus, a position that has been used to steer progressive legislation through the General Assembly since Democrats won control of both legislative chambers in 2017.
Delegate Bagby serves on the Education, Transportation, Labor and Commerce and Rules committees in the House. His campaign has focused on his commitment to social justice, equity in health care and education.
Mr. Brooks, an Army veteran, retired landscaper and cancer survivor, has campaigned as an advocate for the people. His priorities include pushing for lower drug prices by removing government restrictions; stepping up opioid addiction treatment; getting tougher on crime; cutting red tape and providing incentives to help businesses bounce back after the COVID-19 pandemic; repairing roads, bridges and other infrastructure; and aiding veterans.
In terms of a campaign war chest, the differences are stark. As of Sept. 30, Delegate Bagby has raised $537,358 compared to Mr. Brooks, who has raised $5,060.
