I am committed to advancing policies that will move strengthen our communities so that they are sustainable and resilient!

Economic Development

• Creating sustainable workforces and career pathways by further investing in the innovation economy, narrowing the talent gap, and supporting entrepreneurial development.
  
• Financially supporting micro and small businesses to revitalize downtown communities.
  
  
• Further investing in the tourism economy expands the opportunities for food and beverage establishments and art & culture organizations, in addition to creating jobs.

Education

• Making investments in renovating and providing relevant resources to our local schools.
  
  
• Leading efforts to increase financial aid and student loan relief.
  
  
• Investing in K-12 STEAM programs so that our students are exposed to bright future careers and so that we are building the future leaders of our state economy.
  
  
• Investing in community colleges so that they can be incubators for innovation, specifically by producing a qualified workforce who will strengthen the state’s innovation.

Environment

• Making further investments in electric vehicle infrastructure to reduce reliance on diesel fuels.
  
  
• Supporting the advancement of home energy programs for low to moderate-income families and seniors.
  
  
• Ensuring that our communities are equipped with resilient storm infrastructure to mitigate risks associated with storm and flood damage.
  
  
• Expediting the replacement of lead pipes in our homes and schools.

Public Safety

• Ensuring our communities are prepared for any future public emergency or health epidemic by strengthening our healthcare workforce.
  
  
• Prioritizing violence prevention initiatives through expanding neighborhood mental health services, job opportunities, and implementing trauma care interventions.
  
  
• Investing in conflict resolution and restorative justice interventions in our schools, curriculum, and teachers’ professional development.