Marvin Lim is from Norcross, GA, where he resides. He immigrated from the Philippines and later attended Lakeside High School, and holds a Bachelors Degree from Emory University. and law degree from Yale Law School. 

Marvin Lim is an associate at Holcomb and Ward law firm. He has worked as an attorney, legislative counsel, policy advocate, and in job development for refugees and immigrants. 

Marvin Lim is a State Representative in Georgia District 98. He was elected to the role in 2020, and has served 2 terms in this role. 

As a state representative, Marvin helped allocate $11 million to improve road safety.

Allocated funds towards community health work and training and hiring initiatives.

Opposed gas station rezoning and expansion.

Promotes small business growth, job creation, and workforce training.

Supports updating public transit infrastructure and reducing traffic congestion.

- As a state representative, Marvin helped allocate $11 million to improve road safety.
- Allocated funds towards community health work and training and hiring initiatives.
- Opposed gas station rezoning and expansion.
- Promotes small business growth, job creation, and workforce training.
- Supports updating public transit infrastructure and reducing traffic congestion.

Economy

The candidate's website says, "LOCAL: organized and spoke up successfully against proposed gas station rezoning (JCB); acquired 5 grants for HD 98 for sustainability and transportation (e.g., ARC, Georgia ReLeaf); ..."

Candidate website

The candidate's website says, "LOCAL: organizó y habló con éxito en contra de la gasolinera propuesta (JCB), ganó con éxito topes de velocidad para la comunidad (Country Downs) y ganó fondos federales ARP para banda ancha y agua específicamente para HD 98."

Said, "I have also worked locally, particularly through advocating Gwinnett County government. ... I organized and spoke up successfully against proposed gas station rezoning (JCB); ... acquired 5 grants for sustainability and transportation in HD 98 (e.g., ARC, Georgia ReLeaf); ..."

The candidate's website says, "*Burning of Trash - Bad for Our Health: a primer on the hazards of backyard burning, one of HD 98's most pressing environmental problems. Also in Spanish."

The candidate's website says, "Burning of Trash - Bad for Our Health"

The candidate's website says, "-the Georgia Public Service Commission is keeping a running list of utilities that have suspended disconnections. Note: this does not include cable, internet, or water, as PSC does not regulate those. List: https://psc.ga.gov/…"

Supports funding for Greenspace, as he wrote a $19 million EPA grant for greenspace and clean buildings.

Allocated a variety of funds towards National Parks and Energy initiatives.

Wants to fight climate change and protect natural resources.

- Supports funding for Greenspace, as he wrote a $19 million EPA grant for greenspace and clean buildings.
- Allocated a variety of funds towards National Parks and Energy initiatives.
- Wants to fight climate change and protect natural resources.

Energy & the Environment

The candidate's website says, "-if you suspect you have symptoms, and can't access the testing listed above, see your medical provider. Per the Mar 27 federal stimulus package, private insurers are now required to cover COVID-19 treatments."

The candidate's website says, "-the American Transplant Foundation is providing Emergency Assistance Grants of up to $1,000 that cover expenses (hotels, groceries, utilities, etc.) posing a barrier to patient's post-transplant care b/c of COVID-19. www.americantransplantfoundation.org/programs/pap"

The candidate's website says, "-the Georgia Insurance Commissioner has directed insurers not to cancel any health insurance policies for failure of payment 'until further notice'... Please note that, if you have lost health insurance because of loss of job, you may qualify for Special Enrollment through the federal marketplace: www.healthcare.gov/coverage-outsi…/special-enrollment-period"

Plans to offer financial aid for COVID-19 funeral costs since January 20, 2020, regardless of the deceased's citizenship status; applications open April 12, 2021, via a FEMA call center.

The candidate's website says, "COVID-19 treatment/preventative care, even if paid for by public benefits, ... will not count in any “public charge” determination by the USCIS."

Supports providing financial aid for COVID-19 funeral costs since January 20, 2020, regardless of the deceased's citizenship status; applications began April 12, 2021, via a FEMA call center.

The candidate's website says, "Healthcare - Advocate for Yourself | Manage Your Costs: how to be your patient advocate - and steps to keep your medical bills down - before, during, and after any medial appointment.​"

The candidate's website says, "Healthcare - Advocate for Yourself | Manage Your Costs: how to be your patient advocate - and steps to keep your medical bills down - before, during, and after any medial appointment."

The candidate's website says, "-CPACS Cosmo Health Center is providing FREE COVID-19 and HIV drive-thru testing. Both insured and uninsured are welcome! Please call 770-446-0929 for more info and/or to make an appointment. www.cpacscosmo.org"

The candidate's website says, "-the Gwinnett-Rockdale-Newton Health Department has various COVID-19 testing sites. Call (770) 513-5631 to find out if you’re eligible and schedule a day and time for their appointment. www.gnrhealth.com/covid-19-info"

The candidate's website says, "-for more testing sites, including those that permit walk-ins or testing for those without symptoms, check Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE) weekly: www.coreresponse.org/covid19-atlanta"

The candidate's website says, "CVS also provides COVID-19 testing at no-cost ... To find out more and/or make an appointment: www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/covid-19-testing"

The candidate's website says, "-the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities is providing a 24/7, free, and confidential line to provide assistance to callers needing emotional support or resource info as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Call 1-866-399-8938"

The candidate's website says, "-for persons with disabling conditions, the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities provides a variety of resources, including a COVID-19 Positive Patient Intake Support form for people with I/DD who need healthcare because of COVID-19 symptoms: https://gcdd.org/covid-19-resources-for-georgians-with-deve…"

The candidate's website says, "-PAN Foundation provides info on other sources of health-related financial assistance for people with health insurance, but remain underinsured: www.panfoundation.org/get-help/apply-for-assistance"

Supports telehealth screening for Georgians via AU Health ExpressCare app, prioritizing tests for symptomatic individuals, first responders, and high-risk groups, with appointments at state centers and assistance through a hotline for those without app access.

The candidate's website says, "-All Georgians 16+ now eligible for COVID vaccine (as of Mar 25). Free regardless of insurance. No questions asked about status."

The candidate's website says, "-Concrete Jungle is providing grocery delivery for those who are quarantined or have existing health issues that could be worsened by exposure to coronavirus. https://bit.ly/ConcreteJungleFood"

The candidate's website says, "-Note: TANF and SNAP renewals for March through August have been extended for 6 months. Medical Assistance (MA) and Peachcare renewals for March through October have been extended for 6 months. https://dfcs.georgia.gov"

The candidate's website says, "-Gwinnett County Senior Services is providing home-delivered meals to seniors - as well as health and mobility assistance - for those who need assistance during this time (even if they were not already enrolled in services, pre-COVID): call 678.377.4150."

The candidate's website says, "-TaskRabbit and the United Way are connecting immunocompromised, elderly, disabled, healthcare workers to folks who have volunteered to complete their tasks for free (e.g., picking up groceries, meals or medications, etc.) Request help here: https://uwvolunteerhelp.tr.co"

The candidate's website says, "-the Lambda Theta Alpha Foundation Disaster Relief Fund is providing relief to displaced students, individuals who've contracted COVID-19, and families/individuals impacted even without contracting COVID-19. www.jotform.com/LTAfoundation/Covid-relief"

The candidate's website says, "-the Metro Atlanta Mutual Aid Fund is providing financial assistance to those from traditionally vulnerable communities impacted by COVID-19: www.atlantamutualaid.org/apply"

The candidate's website says, "RedRover Relief Emergency Boarding grant program helps animals whose owners are ill due to the COVID-19 virus... This grant will cover the cost of up to two (2) weeks of boarding while a pet owner is hospitalized, or if the pet owner is recovering at home and unable to care for their pet."

The candidate's website says, "-the Georgia Insurance Commissioner has directed insurers not to cancel any commercial insurance policies for 60 days beginning Mar 20. If your insurer violates this directive, visit the Consumer Complaint Portal: www.oci.ga.gov/consumerservice/complaintprocess.aspx"

The candidate's website says, "-protesting: staying healthy (https://publichealthinsider.com/2020/06/01/answering-questions-about-protests-and-covid-19); Know Your Rights - ACLU (www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/protesters-rights); our Know Your Rights compilations (www.marvinlimforga.com/neighborhood); keeping technology secure (Electronic Frontier Foundation, https://bit.ly/2TZYOPS)"

The candidate's website says, "see its "Deciding to Go Out" resource, which provides information to consider when considering and/or deciding to go out: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/going-out.html (click "Other Languages" to access info in Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese & Korean)"

Said, "throughout 2020 and 2021, we compiled and updated COVID-19 resources, including links to multilingual resources. We also have COVID-19 resource cards"

The candidate's website says, "-the Patient Advocate Foundation is providing small grants to those who are, or have been, diagnosed with COVID-19: www.patientadvocate.org/covidcare/help"

The candidate's website says, "The CDC's COVID-19 page is consistently updated: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov... 'Deciding to Go Out' resource, which provides information to consider when considering and/or deciding to go out..."

The candidate's website says, ". Medical Assistance (MA) and Peachcare renewals for March through October have been extended for 6 months."

The candidate's website says, "-SafeRide America is providing free emergency errand service to those affected by COVID-19: https://saferideamerica.org"

Supports allocating resources for Covid-19 recovery programs.

Supports access to abortion as he "stopped funding of misleading anti-abortion pregnancy centers."

Proposed training and programs for a variety of health issues such as Dementia, Covid-19, mpox, opioids, and mental health.

Promises to expand Medicaid, increase access to affordable healthcare, and address mental health needs.

Supports LGBTQ+ rights and racial equality.

- Supports allocating resources for Covid-19 recovery programs.
- Supports access to abortion as he "stopped funding of misleading anti-abortion pregnancy centers."
- Proposed training and programs for a variety of health issues such as Dementia, Covid-19, mpox, opioids, and mental health.
- Promises to expand Medicaid, increase access to affordable healthcare, and address mental health needs.
- Supports LGBTQ+ rights and racial equality.

Healthcare

Plans to protect voting access and fighting against voter suppression.

- Plans to protect voting access and fighting against voter suppression.

Voting & Elections

Said, "INMIGRANTES/POLICÍA: ... incluido el intercambio de mi "Habla con tu vecino" y otros recursos multilingües para las fuerzas de seguridad ... Actualmente diseña un plan de estudios de diversidad cultural para el Centro de Capacitación en Seguridad Pública de Georgia (GPSTC)."

The candidate's website says, "PHÁP LUẬT CHO HD 98: ... Các dự luật đề cập đến các chủ đề như: đua xe đường phố; thực thi pháp luật có văn hóa; ... và hỗ trợ doanh nghiệp nhỏ."

Said, "the Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence. I have also worked at the law firm of Holcomb + Ward, LLP, alongside State Rep. Scott Holcomb, on cases seeking to protect the integrity of our elections."

Supports comprehensive public safety strategies, including health and substance abuse prevention, firearms safety, life planning, and crisis management, with multilingual intervention resources and guidance for encountering individuals in crisis.

The candidate's website says, "organized and spoke up successfully against proposed gas station rezoning (JCB), successfully won speed humps for high-risk community (Country Downs); ... restored indigent medical care funding in the county budget for 2022."

The candidate's website says, "LEGISLACIÓN PARA HD 98: ... Los proyectos de ley abordaron temas como:carreras callejeras; aplicación de la ley culturalmente competente; ..."

The candidate's website says, "LEGISLATION FOR HD 98: introduced 112 bills/resolutions... Topics included street racing..."

Said, "...we - like many others, including many immigrants and minorities in my district - lacked the safety nets... And far from helping to provide for these safety nets, our government often engages in discrimination, even violence against certain groups."

Said, "In my first term in office, I have worked to serve HD 98... These bills addressed salient topics in HD 98: street racing, zoning/ordinance reform..."

The candidate's website says, "-the AG's office is additionally warning against 3 newer types of scams: contact tracing scams, false promises about additional stimulus money, and work-at-home/car advertising scams. https://law.georgia.gov/…/consumer-alert-fraudsters-perpetr…"

The candidate's website says, "-for those, such as Asian-Americans, who have experienced discrimination, racism, or xenophobia, please call the Stop Hate hotline by the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights: 1-844-9-NO-HATE"

The candidate's website says, "...the National Asian Pacific Bar Association (NAPABA) seeks to provide pro bono legal assistance to those who have experienced hate crimes or hate/bias incidents in the wake of COVID-19..."

The candidate's website says, "-surviving law enforcement encounters: “10 Rules of Survival If Stopped by the Police,” by The Dare To Be King (www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqJ-psD9vJw)"

The candidate's website says, "-the federal and state governments have warned consumers to watch out for scams and fraudulent behavior, including those selling"

The candidate's website says, "... Topics included street racing, zoning/ordinance reform, housing (eviction/foreclosure diversion, homestead exemptions, etc.), ... county tax commissioners, ..."

The candidate's website says, "-Betancourt Macias is also providing free protective masks for undocumented immigrants. https://bit.ly/34XCuLa"

Expanded funds for sexual assault and violence survivors.

Supports changes to the justice system, ending cash bail, and reducing incarceration rates.

- Expanded funds for sexual assault and violence survivors.
- Supports changes to the justice system, ending cash bail, and reducing incarceration rates.

Public Safety

The candidate's website says, "21 Savage and Chime are sharing free online financial literacy resources from EverFi to help with at-home learning for students and families across the country."

The candidate's website says, "-21 Savage and Chime are sharing free online financial literacy resources from EverFi to help with at-home learning for students and families across the country. www.chime.com/21savage"

The candidate's website says, "-Quality Care for Children’s helpline is assisting people in finding childcare centers that remain open: 1-877-255-4254"

The candidate's website says, "-the YMCA of Metro Atlanta is offering childcare to frontline workers who are required to work from home. Cost is $40 per day per child, though financial assistance is available (contact Marjie Mitchell at IAYchildcare@ymcaatlanta.org). https://ymcaatlanta.org/community-update (see first responders section)"

The candidate's website says, "-the Betancourt Macias Family Scholarship Foundation is establishing a fund for undocumented immigrants who need assistance during this crisis: call (360) 524-3664"

Supports the federal stimulus' provision for HEER Fund grants to aid students facing COVID-19 disruptions, based on need and FAFSA data. Advises contacting university financial aid for eligibility information.

Supports federal stimulus relief, waiving payments and interest on federally held student loans until September 30, 2021, excluding loans held by guarantors, institutions, or private loans; advises checking loan ownership and exploring forbearance options for hardships.

The candidate's website says, "-the Atlanta HBCU Alumni Alliance is offering $250 scholarships to students who live in Atlanta, will be attending any HBCU in the country in 2020, and have been affected by COVID-19. https://hbcualumniatlanta.org/covid19-fund"

The candidate's website says, "-Rise is providing "case management" assistance to help students affected by COVID-19 to find emergency financial aid, apply for public benefits, and connect with local resources: https://risefree.org/covid-19-help"

The candidate's website says, "-HoPe (Hispanic Organization Promoting Education) have made various English and Spanish educational resources available, including offering virtual educational appointments in either language: www.hopestrong.org/education"

Supports financial aid for childcare through DECAL's CAPS program for low-income families, TANF participants, the homeless, and other groups, recently extended to frontline workers and food industry employees.

Supports nutritional assistance for youth, offering free summer meals to individuals under 19 and those with disabilities over 19 in Gwinnett County, with services at specific parks and information available on the county website.

The candidate's website says, "-reminder to parents: the Free- and Reduced-Priced Meal Application must be filled out each school year. The online application for 2020-21 is available at http://gwinnett.schoollunchapp.com"

Supports funding public schools, raising teacher salaries, and expanding pre-K programs.

- Supports funding public schools, raising teacher salaries, and expanding pre-K programs.

Education

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- Your state representative represents the interests of your local district in the Georgia State House of Representatives.
- Your state representative can author, sponsor, and vote on bills that may become state laws. All bills dealing with the state budget originate in the Georgia House of Representatives.
- The State House of Representatives, along with the State Senate, makes up our state lawmaking body: the Georgia General Assembly.
- There are 180 members of the Georgia House of Representatives, each representing a single district.
- State Representatives are elected to two-year terms. They are paid a yearly salary of $17,342. They only serve in the role part-time.