Heather Simmons

Running for:
State Assembly - Legislative District 3
Incumbent
Challenger

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This election is on June 10th, 2025

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Transparency/Accessibility Rating: Low to Below Average

Agenda

Assemblyman Dave Bailey does not currently present a public campaign platform on a campaign website, nor has he responded to outreach with specifics about his legislative priorities moving forward. That said, we can look to the bills he has sponsored in the Assembly as indicators of potential areas of focus.

Bailey has put forward legislation addressing school and youth services, housing innovation, healthcare, mental health, energy policy, infrastructure, and environmental concerns. These include bills supporting school breakfast programs, student loan tax relief, the creation of a tiny home pilot program, improved ADA access, rural health initiatives, and transparency in the use of artificial intelligence.

While this legislation may suggest areas of concern or interest, it is not a substitute for a candidate’s direct explanation of their goals or priorities. Without a publicly stated platform or participation in voter education efforts, we are left to infer rather than understand with clarity.

Background and Experience

Assemblyman Dave Bailey, Jr. is currently serving his first term in the New Jersey General Assembly, representing parts of Salem, Gloucester, and Cumberland Counties. A lifelong resident of Salem County, Bailey brings a strong focus on rural issues such as access to healthcare, public transportation, and services for youth and families.

Professionally, Bailey serves as CEO of Ranch Hope, a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting at-risk youth. His background includes decades of experience in nonprofit leadership, policy advocacy, and community service. He has held roles on various regional boards, including the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth and Families, and the Salem County Chamber of Commerce.

Bailey holds a B.S. in Administration of Justice from Penn State and an M.S. in Nonprofit Management from Eastern University. In his first term as Assemblyman, he has sponsored a wide range of legislation, with particular attention to education, infrastructure, mental health, and utility oversight.