State Representative, District 1 Choose 1
The Indiana House of Representatives is the lower chamber of the Indiana General Assembly. Alongside the Indiana State Senate, it forms the legislative branch of the Indiana state government and works alongside the governor of Indiana to create laws and establish a state budget. Legislative authority and responsibilities of the Indiana House of Representatives include passing bills on public policy matters, setting levels for state spending, raising, and lowering taxes, and voting to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.
Biographical Information
Years in an elected position
6 years
Please describe what you see as the top policy challenge in Indiana and how you plan to respond to it, if elected.
The top priority in the State of Indiana is Education. When elected I will work to ensure that all children are able to get the best education and the test scored will improve.
How would you rate elementary education in your priorities?
Very unimportant
Somewhat unimportant
Neither important nor unimportant
Somewhat important
Very important
If elected, what would you do to promote equality in education in our elementary schools?
Yes, I will work to promote an equality education for all elementary schools.
If elected, how will you work to achieve environmental justice, ensuring communities receive equitable access to clean air, water, and response to climate disasters?
I am currently on the Environmental Committee and Natural Resources Committee. I have worked for 6 years to ensure all Hoosiers have access to clean water. I have gotten 2 bills passed to require testing of water in schools for lead.
AI (artificial intelligence) technology is the latest threat to our election process. If elected, what would you do to maintain the security and integrity of our election process?
I would use my voice and my vote to speak on the importance of maintaining secure elections.
Lake County ranks lower than the state in mental health wellness, both for adults and youth. If elected, what steps would you take to improve the mental health of our residents?
I would continue to advocate for state funds for Lake County for Mental health clinics for youth and adults.
What else would you like to share with us?
Thank you to the constituents of House District 1 for your confidence an trust in me.