Husband to @HollyMesnard, dad to three, small biz owner, professor, gov relations, Dist 13 State Senator, former AZ Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Chandler, AZ
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World, meet my firstborn: Calielle Lila Mesnard, born just before midnight on 5/28/2019, weighing 6lbs 10oz, 20 in. long. She came just 4 hrs after we arrived at the hospital, and my rockstar @HollyMesnard pushed through (yes, a pun) w/ no epidural. Mommy & baby are doing well!
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Today was a tough day for the #AZHouse. We had to expel (first time in 70 yrs) one of our members due to a persistent pattern of harassment. As hard as it was, it was necessary. I appreciated the courage of my colleagues to make this tough decision. It's an honor to serve w/ you.
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We are presently putting the final touches on the budget. The House intends to pass the budget, including #20x2020 teacher pay package, today/tonight.
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Today's initiative filings are among the clearest examples I've ever seen of some people trying to turn AZ into Cali. It'll be a #disaster if these ballot measures pass. AZ's strong economic position will crater as taxes and utility bills skyrocket. #DontCaliforniaMyArizona!!
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Glad the AZ Supreme Court called out the "significant danger of confusion or unfairness" created by the tax increase initiative & nixed it. I look forward to building on what was undeniably an historic & REAL #InvestInEd year at the capitol W/OUT crushing our economic prosperity!
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One week in: I've been peed on, pooped on, puked on, screamed at & don't recall when I last slept more than 2hrs straight, & I've had it easy compared to @HollyMesnard. But I love this little BOP (Bundle of Precious) more & more w/ each passing day! My lil' #Calielle (Callie-ELL)
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My deepest gratitude to the voters of Legislative District 17 for giving me the honor of a 2nd term in the Arizona State Senate. I am humbled by your support and the trust you’ve placed in me to continue to serve, which I will do to the best of my ability – so help me God! 1/4
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I'm proud to be working with Governor @dougducey and colleagues from both sides of the aisle to confront the opioid epidemic. Governor called the Special Session today, and I just introduced the bill in the House along with @Rios_Rebecca.
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All, my family is facing a devastating situation ATM. In short, my dad miraculously survived a plane crash but was critically injured & we need help RE the plane. Pls see my statement about it on this GoFundMe page & help share it. Grateful for any help. gofund.me/924d290d
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Arizona has lost a relentless warrior, our nation has lost a steadfast defender, and the world has lost a beacon of democracy. He fiercely fought to protect and expand freedom around the globe, and his legacy is a lifetime of courage and public service. #RIPJohnMcCain
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My message to Sen. @mendezforaz and Rep. @AthenaSalman regarding their attacks on me, Senate President @fannkfann and the @AZSenateGOP following my invocation at the state capitol yesterday…
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The Leg. just passed my bill to create AZ's 1st distracted driving law, as well as a bill to ban holding a phone while driving. Tho the penalty with the latter bill doesn't take effect till 2021, let's start changing our bad driving habits now. I just put this in my car for $10.
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The #OpeningDay of the #AZLegislature is off to a good start as lil' #Calielle Mesnard (born on the last day of last session) makes her debut, meets George Boyer for the first time, and "steps" onto the #AZSenate Floor. I wonder what path she'll one day choose for herself...
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OK, comparing columns 3 & 4, it's disturbing enough to see this much California money flowing into AZ legislative races to help Dem candidates, but can someone explain what the heck is going on in column 5?!
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Did anyone else notice there was no mention of the Constitution anywhere in Hillary's answer to what type of #SCOTUS justice she'd appoint?
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A search for “CA” in the latest campaign finance reports of Arizona legislative candidates is truly remarkable. The sheer number of donations pouring into Dem candidate coffers from people in California is staggering. seethemoney.az.gov/ 1/3
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#2019 was truly an awesome year for @HollyMesnard and me thanks to the arrival of our little BOP (Bundle of Precious). I can't believe how much #Calielle has changed, and yet stayed the same (1 month vs 7 months in this pic). Here's hoping for a great #2020! #HappyNewYear!
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Since midnight is much too late for #Calielle to stay up, she had a message for everyone before she hit the sack... #HappyNewYear!!
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The @azcentral comes out with a salacious headline attacking my character based solely on an allegation made against me by one individual, despite the fact that EVERY SINGLE WITNESS in the room (including the leadership of BOTH PARTIES) denied its veracity. Very disappointing.
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Great news!! Thx to the #AZBoomingEconomy, the FAC economic forecast update today projects the state will have a #BudgetSurplus in excess of $1.1 Billion at the end of next fiscal year - over $900 Million more than we had originally anticipated!!
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Today the AZ court upheld the major points of the Legislative Council analysis of the tax increase ballot measure, validating that it DOES impact small businesses, DOES eliminate the inflationary indexing of tax brackets (which hurts everyone), & DOES increase tax rates by 98%.
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By far my favorite mask. My little girl is totally enamored with the colors. And how could she not be? They’re Arizona’s colors! Thanks again to the talented mother of @agilbreath_az for hand-making this! #StayHealthy, AZ!
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Who says this is just a rumor?
After kicking a lawmaker out of office, launching a sexual harassment investigation and 50K teachers march on the Capitol, Speaker @JDMesnard says “Screw it! I’m lifting the House ban on alcohol.” #startyourownrumor
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"Like" if you are re-electing J.D Mesnard, Arizona's Health Systems Alliance 2020 Legislator of the Year.
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Wow! This tweet, from AZ House Dem Leadership, has got to be one of the most off the rocker rants I have ever seen. #GoCards!
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Congrats to my Chief of Staff "Best Capitol Staffer" @SanMiguelHunter & Deputy Chief "Rising Star" @AmilynPierce! Very proud! #botc2017
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There will be an #AZSenateHearing in the Judiciary Committee Monday @ 9am w/ testimony from the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors-Election Day and Emergency Voting Division & the AZ Attorney General-Election Integrity Unit. Here is the meeting info: azleg.gov/agendas/1214010812…
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Arizona awarded Super Bowl LVII in 2023 azc.cc/2LqkrDg via @azcentral
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Thank you to everyone who voted for me today! I look forward to celebrating when the results come in.
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I want to send my most sincere thoughts and prayers to my fellow legislator, Rep. Lorenzo Sierra. I’m hoping he has a very speedy and strong recovery.
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Today is Election Day! The polls are open at 6am! I would be so honored and grateful to have your vote for State Senator!
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@dougducey could not have made a more excellent choice in appointing Senator Jon Kyl. Not only is Senator Kyl a statesman and a gentleman, he’s also a thoughtful leader and policy-driven legislator. He’s someone I strive to emulate in my own political walk. Full statement:
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Once the House Dems finish caucusing we can go to the Floor to start voting on budget bills.
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Arizona does it right! I encourage other states who have a painful weekend ahead to consider the evidence & join us! pressherald.com/2017/03/10/n…
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Evidently liberal mostly out of state PACs have spent more against me ($173K) in the Gen. Election than against any other legislator but one: @WaltBlackmanAZ. Guess the radical Left REALLY doesn't want the 1st black GOP legislator in AZ history to win again ($360K against him)!🤔
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I have been reading everyone's kind messages about today's election and I can't begin to describe how much I appreciate your support!
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Polls are now open for today's #PrimaryElection! Make sure to get out and vote by 7pm and please vote @NoraEllenBroker & @JeffWeninger for State Rep in Leg. District 17! NOTE: if you haven't mailed your early ballot you'll need to drop it off at any polling place for it to count.
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Thank you, Governor @dougducey, for signing my bill protecting insurance coverage for preexisting conditions. It was a pleasure working with @GeneralBrnovich, Rep. @JeffWeninger and the rest of my legislative colleagues to make this important legislation a reality!
Thanks to Sen @JDMesnard and Rep @JeffWeninger for working with our office to pass legislation protecting coverage of pre-existing conditions for Arizonans. The bill was signed into law today after receiving near unanimous bipartisan legislative support.
azag.gov/press-release/ag-br…
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California billionaire @TomSteyer is already hard at work trying to buy Arizona, meddling in our elections, distorting reality & attacking those of us who oppose his radical political Cali-style agenda that will double energy costs #ArizonaNOT4Sale #StayOutSteyer @NoAZenergyTax
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SOS & Dawn Penich-Thacker (@DoctorRhetorica) are trying to figure out what to do now that they discovered we buried ESA repeal & replace in the budget... #startyourownrumor
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The big day is finally here! Please get out and #VoteToday if you haven't already. Polls close at 7pm. I'd be honored to have your vote for State Senate and hope you'll vote for the rest of the #GOP #AZLD17 team: BOTH @NoraEllenBroker & @JeffWeninger for State Representative!
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There's nothing that beats a #Motherslove and I got to spend time with the best mom AND the bestest mom in the world today! Hope every mother out there had a very happy #MothersDay!
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Don't forget to bring your family, friends and neighbors to vote with you today! Click here to find your polling location>>> arizona.vote/
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I could have said a lot more on this subject but I was restricted to about 800 words, which, come to think of it, strikes me as quite ironic. ;-) Ha! In all seriousness though, thx to the @AzCapitolTimes for publishing! #FreeSpeech #Civility #Tolerance
GUEST OPINION: If you cherish free speech, be very alarmed
azcapitoltimes.com/news/2019… via @JDMesnard
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Outline of the proposed budget with #20x2020 plan for increasing average teacher pay by $9,700. azleg.gov/jlbc/430budgetplan…
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Another fantastic choice for the #AZSupremeCourt by Gov @dougducey! Congrats to my friend, Bill Montgomery. I know he'll serve the people, the U.S. and Arizona constitutions, and the @AZCourts with honor and integrity.
Bill’s record, resume & extensive list of supporters speak to his qualifications & his broad support in the community. On the Court, Bill will be a strong defender of the Constitution & the rule of law. He will serve with honor & dedication, just as he has his entire career. 8/
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At first one wonders what benefit there is to Cali donors if Arizona goes blue. But perhaps they’ve given up trying to compete w/ AZ for employers and jobs and have decided their new strategy is to turn AZ into CA, thus eliminating the competition. #DontCaliforniaMyArizona 3/3
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Never before has it felt as palpable that out of state liberals, particularly from California, are blatantly trying to buy Arizona. Evidently AZ Dems can't get enough support from people at home, so they have to look elsewhere to help fund their radical agenda. 2/3
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Special interest groups - mostly out-of-state - have already reported spending almost A QUARTER MILLION DOLLARS against me in LD17.
Please chip in $5 or $10 and help me fight back against the bogus attacks. secure.anedot.com/jdmesnard/…
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AZ Dept of Revenue concurs w/ AZ Leg Council & JLBC analyses that the ballot measure to increase income taxes "just on the rich" actually resets existing tax brackets to 2014 levels & eliminates inflationary indexing, thereby permanently increasing taxes on all, rich & poor alike
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Was supposed to meet w/ @ASURepublicans this evening but couldn't get away from the #AZHouse due to long Floor action, so they came to me!!
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Congrats to @Rios_Rebecca, @DrRandyFriese & @CharleneforAZ, the new @AZHouseDems leadership. Look forward to working w/ you on behalf of AZ
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I've always appreciated the dedication and commitment of our #FirstResponders, which is why I'm so honored these two pillars of our community have endorsed our #GOP #AZLD17 Team! Grateful for their support and hope to have yours as well! #Vote Nov 6! #GOTV
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Grateful to have the support of the Chandler business community. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. I will continue to advance policies that allow them to thrive!
@JDMesnard has led the Arizona House of Representatives to a new level of accomplishment and the Arizona economy to record levels of jobs created. Let’s elect him to help do the same in our state Senate! He knows what Arizona employers and employees need!
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Thanks, Sal! I'm honored to have your support!
I am supporting @JDMesnard because he is an ardent supporter of Arizona schools and small businesses. I hope those of you in LD17 will support for his campaign to be your next State Senator. jdmesnard.com/
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Now this is rich. Just found out my opponent is whining about my mailer, claiming it's a "personal attack" even tho it's about his own words & policy positions (I don't do personal attacks, tho he does often). For comparison, here's his mailer about me. #PotKettle #DoubleStandard
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After visiting w/ impressive students at @Hamilton_High last wk (fantastic time!) I'm not at all surprised--but certainly thrilled--by this excellent news! CONGRATS to students & teachers of @ChandlerUnified for placing 2nd in the nation in student gains! nyti.ms/2kpgEx3!
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As we face this historic crisis, we need experienced leadership with a track record of results more than ever.
Please chip in $5 or $10 to join Team Mesnard today. >> secure.anedot.com/jdmesnard/… (edited)
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This is super exciting for Chandler and Arizona! "Waymo expanding Chandler operations ahead of launch of Arizona public ride service" azc.cc/2vZPZd2 via @azcentral
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The 2018 #LegislativeSession begins today! Tune in to the House Floor at noon as we kick things off and for Governor @dougducey's State of the State Address (around 2pm). Looking forward to a productive Session with @AZHouseGOP & @AZHouseDems! azleg.granicus.com/MediaPlay…
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Are you voting for J.D. Mesnard? Let J.D. know he can count on your vote >> survey.jdmesnard.com/pledgev…
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In case there was any doubt liberals are trying to California our Arizona, look no further than the plethora of donor addresses listed in the latest campaign finance reports of the Dem House/Senate candidates for legislative districts 6 & 20. apps.azsos.gov/apps/election…
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. @KateMcGeeAZ, I couldn't have said it better myself!
Hey @JDMesnard, you're not the only one under attack by #CA billionaires. Said it before, say it again: I won't be bullied by these tactics and out-of-state special interests. Help me fight back at katemcgee.com/donate
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This is excellent news! But it'll be short-lived in Arizona if the ballot proposition that wants to double the #incometax rate on #SmallBusinesses (and give us the 4th highest tax rate in the entire country) passes this November. nationalreview.com/news/poll…
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What a treat to be included among some great talent in Phoenix Magazine's 40 Under 40! phoenixmag.com/people/40-und…
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Wow! 2nd hit piece in less than a week, and it's only June! Only radical-political-agenda California billionaire @TomSteyer would spend $$ trying to spin AZ's becoming the 1st state to launch a regulatory Sandbox for #FinTech as something bad! #AZontherighttrack #innovation
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Thx to my @AZHouseGOP @AZHouseDems colleagues for working so hard this week! Nearly all bills (240 HBs) have now been sent to the #AZSenate
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Excellent infographic put together by @Floridinos restaurant owner (and my seatmate) Rep. @JeffWeninger outlining how the just-passed Federal #StimulusPlan helps #smallbusiness. Please help spread the word!
Small biz hurting. The stimulus package coming out today has a great forgivable loan program in it. After I read over that part of the bill several times, we created this infographic to make it easier for small business owners to navigate. Let me know if you have any questions.
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Thrilled to hear @Uber knows AZ is open for biz! CA's loss is our gain. bizjournals.com/phoenix/news…
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J.D. will fight against efforts to defund Arizona Law Enforcement. Vote J.D. Mesnard for State Senate!
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Join me and Rep. @JeffWeninger live right now for a tele-town hall to discuss what steps the #ArizonaLegislature has taken in response to the #COVID19 pandemic. We'll also be taking questions from LD17 citizens. Link: video.teleforumonline.com/vi…
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Thank you Rep @kevinpayneLD21 for bringing forth this sensible legislation, which cut government red tape. I was happy to vote for it and I'm thrilled to see folks here in #Chandler taking full advantage this weekend! #foodtruckfestival google.com/amp/s/amp.azcentr…
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Finally, I want to commend @AJforArizona Kurdoglu for running a strong race. I admire his courage in putting himself out there and appreciated that he ran a positive race, as did I, even if the independent out-of-state groups did not. He has my utmost respect. 3/4
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Happy #4thofJuly! Always glad 2 celebrate the birth of our nation even if this yr’s festivities have a little less firework 2 them. For all its challenges, controversies & imperfections, we still live in the greatest country on earth. I’m proud 2 be an American, 2day & every day!
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Congrats to the new #ViceMayor of @cityofchandler! I know @NoraEllenBroker will do a great job!
Mayor @jaytibshraeny nominated Councilmember @NoraEllenBroker to serve as Vice Mayor. Council voted unanimously to approve. Congratulations. And we thank Councilmember @KevinHartke for serving as Vice Mayor for the previous year.
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Congrats to @AZGOP Chairman @JWLines for snagging @MattKenneyUSA & @TorunnSinclair. Both are extremely capable political pros.
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Here in the East Valley, we know Arizona's best days lie ahead if we focus on what matters.
Join me so we can keep delivering real results for our community.
#VoteMesnard
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October 5th is the last day to register to vote! You can register online today in less than 5 minutes >>>servicearizona.com/VoterRegi…
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The #AZHouse voted yesterday to add new Rules (which have the force of law) requiring formal code of conduct and anti-harassment policies for members. Crafted with input from the @AZHouseGOP & @AZHouseDems, they're important steps in restoring public trust
azcapitoltimes.com/news/2018…
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Looking forward to campaigning with Rep. Weninger and Sen. Yarbrough this fall as your conservative team for #LD17!
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The teaching profession should be held in the highest regard. After all, teachers help to lay the foundation for our children’s future.
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What a fantastic time at the Drive the Dream @Childhelp Gala supporting a great cause w/ the ladies who started it all! TY Sara & Yvonnne!
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Thrilled to have the #GirlScouts Troop # 1956 to the House today to lead us in the #PledgeofAllegiance! They even brought #cookies!!
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Enjoyed the remarks of Mayor @jaytibshraeny in tonight's #StateOfTheCity address. The @cityofchandler is in great hands and doing great things! Lots of accomplishments and opportunities. The future is bright!
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The Health System Alliance of Arizona named J.D. the 2020 Legislator of the Year. Let J.D. know he has your support too >> survey.jdmesnard.com/pledgev…
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Baby's first #SuperBowlLIV. #Calielle may only be #8months old, but she knows to root for the @Chiefs.
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GREAT NEWS: The ASU Biodesign Institute has developed a saliva-based COVID-19 test. Results are available 24-48 hours after providing a sample. If you are uncertain about health status, make an appointment for a free COVID test using your student login>>> bit.ly/2QTrd8o
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Tremendous loss not only for America but the world. Grateful for the good fight he fought, the race he ran, the faith he kept. Thrilled for him that he just heard from his Creator the words he always wanted to hear: "Well done, good and faithful servant!" foxnews.com/us/2018/02/21/re…
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Arizona doctors and nurses trust J.D. Mesnard and that is why they are supporting his re-election campaign. To learn more about J.D.'s official endorsements, visit jdmesnard.com/.
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#HappyThanksgiving everyone. I have much to be thankful for this year, as we all do. 2017 holds exciting things in store for us all.
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