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Michael Soter

Michael Soter

Overview

Current roleState Representative

Age52 years old (Nov 10, 1973)

GenderMale

LocationMassachusetts

BackgroundPolitician

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EducationNichols College

Notable personal detailsMichael J. Soter is a Republican member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives representing the 8th Worcester District, first taking office in January 2019. Before serving in the legislature, he served for several years on the Bellingham Board of Selectmen and has worked in Massachusetts state government in roles including legislative affairs for the Department of Correction. He attended Nichols College.

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Positions

LiberalConservative

Economy & Taxes

Supports tax relief for businesses and residents and promotes tax credits for small businesses and other targeted tax incentives to spur economic development and job growth. Has sponsored or cosponsored legislation proposing tax exemptions or relief for businesses and supported measures described as tax relief in budget votes.

Healthcare

The candidate has called for greater oversight and accountability of MassHealth and expressed skepticism about committing additional taxpayer dollars without understanding cost drivers. He has cosponsored legislation related to ensuring continual insurance coverage of certain prescription medications, indicating support for targeted coverage protections rather than broad public expansions.

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Immigration & Border

Supports increased cooperation with federal immigration enforcement and legislation that would allow state or local officers to detain individuals on ICE detainers for a limited period to give federal authorities time to act; favors returning undocumented immigrants who commit crimes to their home countries.

Abortion & Reproductive Rights

The candidate has opposed measures to expand abortion access in Massachusetts, stated he does not support late‑term abortions and supports current state law, and has cosponsored legislation to allow taxpayers to opt out of funding abortions. These actions indicate support for some restrictions on abortion while not seeking an outright ban.

Climate & Energy

The candidate has sponsored and supported state legislation related to clean transportation and environmental safeguards, including measures on zero-emission vehicle sales and soil testing for reclamation projects, and is associated with bills on energy affordability, independence, and clean power. These actions indicate support for moderate clean-energy policies and incentives while accepting pragmatic approaches to energy and affordability.

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