Doug Beck
State Rep. for District 92 and Candidate for State Senator of District 1
Doug Beck
Policies and Stances
Gun Rights
Aims to enact stricter gun laws.
“I’m proud to stand with Moms Demand Action for common sense gun safety laws.”
Notable Legislation:
Supported prohibiting domestic abusers from possessing a gun
Jobs and Employment
Aims to defend workers’ rights.
Notable Legislation:
Supported prohibiting employers from asking for an employee or applicant's salary history
Supported instituting the right to compensation for unused vacation leave at the end of employment
Environment
Aims to fight climate change and improve the environment.
The Sierra Club has been a foundational part of protecting and conserving the natural beauty of the world.” – Beck on his Sierra Club Endorsement
Crime and Justice
Aims for criminal justice reform, but stands with police to enforce the law.
Notable Legislation:
Supported increased penalties for assault against police officers
Supported the Blue Alert system, aiding in the apprehension of those suspected of killing or wounding officers
Supported authorizing parole for certain inmates aged 65 and up
Taxes
Supports introducing tax credit programs in certain areas.
Notable Legislation:
Supported a tax credit for the establishment of a grocery store in areas with limited food access
Health and Safety
Aims to improve health conditions in his local St. Louis area.
Notable Legislation:
Supported restricting the use of vapor products
Supported aiding students with epilepsy and seizure disorders
Supported aiding breast-feeding mothers
HISTORY
Doug Beck attended St. Louis Community College.
He also worked as a pipe-fitter for UA Local 562 for thirty years.
He was elected to his first two year term in the Missouri House of Representatives for District 092 in November 2016.
He is not running for reelection to District 092 as a state representative, but is instead entering as a candidate for the Missouri State Senate to represent District 1.
Contact info
Doug Beck
(573)-751-9472
Missouri House of Representatives
201 West Capitol Avenue
Room 135-AC
Jefferson City MO 65101
Doug.Beck@house.mo.gov
https://house.mo.gov/MemberDetails.aspx?district=092&year=2018
