Candidate for North Carolina State Senate - District 1 in 2020 North Carolina General Election.
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Get StartedShe is well aware of how vital farming, fishing, tourism, and all local industries are to District 1, and will be steadfast in representing the individuals who work in these industries and protecting the land and water resources needed to make their businesses viable. Learn more
providing our children with the best quality facilities and resources both inside and outside of the classroom. Equally important is that our community and technical colleges, as well as our state universities, receive the funding and resources needed to best serve their students and prepare them for a bright, professional future. Tess will work hard to ensure our hard-working teachers receive the pay and training necessary to stay in North Carolina and educate the next generation. Learn more
Being a good steward of our natural resources is crucial to our quality of life. This is why Tess strongly opposes seismic testing and off-shore drilling, which could have devastating consequences on our economy and environment. We must support growth and development with balanced and well-thought-out guidelines that are fair and ensure sustainability. Learn more
Some of the most pressing health issues for the citizens of this district are mental health and substance abuse. Tess will advocate for policies that increase resources to expand access to mental health care, including real solutions to expand access to mental healthcare, a crucial component of treating addiction Learn more
Tess will work with her colleagues in Raleigh to pass legislation that makes our bridges, roads, and waterways more resilient while maintaining and protecting our coast and farmland. Infrastructure in the 21st-century also means providing broadband access to every community in the district, especially for school-aged children and small businesses. Learn more
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