Thomas Christopher Humphrey

Chris Humphrey is the incumbent Republican member of the North Carolina House of Representatives for District 12 and is seeking re‑election in the November 3, 2026 general election ⁴¹¹. As a state representative he participates in the legislative process, drafts and votes on state laws, and serves on several standing committees that shape policy on agriculture, insurance, health, and appropriations ⁴¹¹¹⁷.

Born Thomas Christopher Humphrey, he earned an Associate of Arts from Lenoir Community College (1988‑1990) and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science & Government from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1990‑1992) ¹⁷. He is married to Terry and has two children, Bailey and Courtney, and is active in his local Bethel Free Will Baptist Church ¹⁷.

Before entering state politics, Humphrey served as a commissioner on the Lenoir County Commission, gaining experience in local governance and community development ¹¹¹⁷. He also held private‑sector roles, including ownership of an Allstate agency (1999‑present), management at Kmart, and ownership of a real‑estate brokerage and a fast‑food franchise ¹⁷. His involvement in civic organizations includes the Rotary Club of Kinston, Kiwanis clubs, and the La Grange Chamber of Commerce, where he served as president ¹⁷.

Humphrey was first elected to the North Carolina House in 2018, defeating incumbent Democrat George Graham with 56.1% of the vote, and was sworn in on January 3, 2019 ¹¹. He was re‑elected in 2020 and again in 2024, winning 57.3% of the vote that year ⁴. During his tenure he has held leadership positions such as Majority Freshman Caucus Whip (2019‑2021) and has chaired the Insurance Committee across multiple sessions ⁴¹¹¹⁷. His committee assignments have consistently included the Agriculture Committee, Appropriations (including the Agriculture and Natural and Economic Resources subcommittee), Health Committee, and Disaster Recovery and Homeland Security, reflecting a focus on rural economic issues, health policy, and emergency preparedness ⁴¹¹¹⁷.

Among his legislative activities, Humphrey has sponsored bills related to insurance regulation, agricultural support, and public health, though a complete list is maintained on BillTrack50 and the North Carolina General Assembly website ⁴. His platform emphasizes protecting rural communities, supporting small businesses, and ensuring access to affordable health care, aligning with the priorities of his largely agricultural district ⁴¹¹. As he runs for another term in 2026, Humphrey’s record highlights continued service on key committees and a legislative agenda centered on economic development, insurance oversight, and disaster resilience.

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