Candidate for Idaho State Senate - District 14 in 2020 Idaho General Election.
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Get StartedI've always believed that an investment in education is in investment in the future of Idaho as well as the world. By prioritizing these objectives, and exploring new areas of improvement, Idaho will be able to compete on a national and global level. Learn more
Education is still not a priority for Idaho, as it should be, despite impacting every aspect of society. We must invest in a system that is flexible, dynamic, capable of developing rapidly, and is equitable across all communities- rural and urban. We need to re-evaluate the funding system, current budget allocation, and develop new balanced and sustainable funding sources. Learn more
Private buyers shouldn’t be able to restrict or cut off access, or use the land and the resources in ways that adversely impact the environment. Learn more
I don’t support Idaho taking control of federal lands. Learn more
It’s crucial that we protect our land and never lose focus on the importance of preservation, conservation and restoration, for our enjoyment now, and for generations to come. Learn more
I will also work to close the loophole that allows the sale of illegal aerial fireworks in Idaho. Learn more
I will keep current campaign finance laws, and be vigilant in their maintenance and observance. I will encourage a more robust platform to communicate with our constituency including a daily podcast, town hall or email blast on what’s happening in the Statehouse. Learn more
Comprehensive background checks, red flag laws, and standing firm against the powerful gun lobby would be priorities for me. Learn more
I will develop a long-term plan to address Post Traumatic Stress Injuries (PTSI) in Idaho. Learn more
I envision a future where Medicaid, the ACA, and Idaho’s Healthcare exchange all work symbiotically, an advantage for the insured and Idaho. Those two ideas are not mutually exclusive. A healthy population is a prosperous economy. Learn more
Growth effects so many aspects of our lives, including transportation. We must improve the current infrastructure with maintenance and repairs, much of which has been repeatedly delayed. Learn more
I will work on creating a balanced property tax structure among all sectors so no one group assumes the burden for supporting all others. For too long the property tax burden has shifted to homeowners, and away from corporations. Learn more
I would like to develop an income tax rate that’s stable and equitable, that will sustain the services the state is constitutionally mandated to provide, and will ensure the quality of those services. Learn more
I would also support a local option tax authority for all cities and counties. Learn more
We need to create a competitive and rewarding career ladder for teachers with competitive benefits. Learn more
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