I am uniquely qualified for this position because I bring firsthand knowledge experience in public service, Served as an elected law-enforcement Official. I was responsible as a leader to oversee all operations, administrative, training and supervisory functions . I lead supervisors, officers, enforcing statutory law and constitutional law. In addition I am a paralegal with studies of criminal, civil law, family law and contract law. To include a family owned dealership for nearly 30 years.
I believe federal oversight that ensures data centers are energy efficient, transparent in reporting, environmentally responsible, and secure as critical infrastructure.
We must invest in our school with funding, training, and mental health support to guarantee every child and their teachers get the deserved quality education they deserve. We must also address safety measures to safeguard the lives of our children, teachers and staff from the growing threat of active shooters
Government should balanced economic growth with water security by responsible acquiring new supplies, safeguarding existing sources from overuse and contamination investing in modern infrastructure, enforcing conservation standards, and ensuring affordable safe access for all Texans
To sure that no child goes hungry in Texas, the state should expand funding for school meal program, strengthen support for local nonprofits and food banks and provide workforce training that helps families raise income in households. This combination guarantees immediate access to food while building a long-term stability for families living paycheck to paycheck.
Proof of citizenship is already verified and documented through the Department of public safety DPS, when issuing state license or IDs, we should build on that existing database to create a more efficient verification system. This would safeguard against voter fraud while reducing unnecessary burdens on citizens
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Data centers are increasingly important to our economy, but they must operate in a way that protects our community, respects our resources, and contributes responsibly to local growth. Thoughtful regulation is not about limiting innovation—it is about ensuring that large-scale facilities are good neighbors and long-term partners.
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The State Legislature should play a guiding role in school district policies by setting minimum statewide standards while allowing local districts flexibility in how they meet them. These standards should ensure educational equity through baseline curriculum and graduation requirements, protect student safety through health, safety, and anti-discrimination laws, and maintain instructional quality through teacher certification standards.
Texas should ensure affordable and safe water by investing in modern water infrastructure, including repairing aging pipes to reduce leaks, expanding storage and delivery systems for fast growing areas, and upgrading treatment facilities to meet safety standards and withstand extreme weather. These improvements lower long term costs, protect public health, conserve water, and provide reliable access that supports economic development and business growth.
We begin by recognizing that feeding the hungry is not only a public responsibility—it is a moral mandate. Scripture teaches us:
“Inasmuch as you have done it unto the least of these, you have done it unto Me.” This calling has guided my life, my service, and my community leadership. My Legacy: Mass Feeding as a Calling.
I would approach legislation requiring documented proof of citizenship with caution, because while election integrity and public confidence are important, such requirements can unintentionally create barriers for eligible voters who lack easy access to documents. Safeguarding elections should focus on secure registration systems and enforcement of existing laws without discouraging lawful participation in a fundamental democratic right.
Born and raised in this district, I have continued my family’s long legacy of public service. I taught history at SAISD, worked as a legislative aide in Austin, and served as the Executive VP of my union. In every role, I’ve fought alongside students and working families to make sure our government reflects their needs. Now I’m ready to take the fight to the State House—lowering your property taxes, increasing investments in education and infrastructure, and ensuring healthcare for all.
Texas data centers are on track to consume 399 billion gallons of water each year. While I support technological progress and creating meaningful job opportunities, I also understand the need to regulate this growing sector. I support policies that require transparency and accountability around energy and water usage, including mandated water recycling. Not only would this protect our natural resources, it would also prevent consumer rates from skyrocketing and our energy grid from collapsing.
With over a decade of teaching experience, I believe the legislature sets the ‘what,’ and the districts determine the ‘how.’ Texas should ensure districts provide high-quality education, safe campuses, certified educators, set accountability/assessment systems, as well as ensure civil rights are protected. The legislature should not dictate daily lesson plans or monitor academic discussions, and it must respect local districts’ democratic authority to set policies reflective of their community.
Water is not a commodity; it is essential. I support economic development, but we should prioritize people–household access, schools, hospitals, and agriculture first. We should ensure that our growth doesn’t overrun our basic needs and resources. Large industrial users should pay for their water infrastructure and be mandated to disclose water usage plans, work with local communities to coordinate water management, and abide by drought contingency plans to protect consumers and our future.
You feed them…it’s just that simple. Food security should not be a partisan issue, but last session, the Governor cut $60 million in food assistance through a line-item veto. I have seen firsthand the impact of hunger on a child’s development as well as the vital role that our public school breakfast and lunch programs play in feeding our community. We must expand our school food distribution programs by securing more federal and state funding, including expanding WIC and the EBT program.
I strongly oppose any legislation that disenfranchises eligible voters. There is overwhelming evidence that requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration disproportionately impacts the voting rights of seniors, young people, and lower-socioeconomic Texans. I support increasing voting sites, expanding vote-by-mail, and making Election Day a state holiday. These are simple ideas that support the pillars of Democracy I’ve taught to thousands of children in my U.S. History classroom.
I bring over a decade of senior experience in the Texas Legislature, including serving as Chief of Staff, guiding legislation, budgets, and constituent services. Raised by a single mother and born into public housing, I understand firsthand how policy affects families. I also spend my time volunteering in the community, including leading the Edgewood ISD Foundation supporting classrooms and students where public resources fall short. I am steady, prepared, and focused on practical results.
Data centers should be regulated to ensure they do not strain local water supplies, energy grids, or surrounding communities. Reasonable oversight should require transparency in water and energy use, fair contributions to infrastructure costs, and clear standards for reliability and environmental impact. Smart regulation can support innovation while protecting ratepayers, workers, and local communities.
The Legislature should set clear statewide standards and fully fund public education while giving ISDs the flexibility to meet local needs. Schools are anchors of our neighborhoods and community resources, not political battlegrounds. I support strong teacher pay and benefits and policies that put kids first. I oppose rewriting history, mandating religious doctrine in classrooms, or investigating educators for their beliefs.
Texas must treat water as essential infrastructure. I support increasing investment in the state water plan as a starting point to secure long-term supply, modernize aging systems, and protect affordability for families. Economic development should be paired with conservation, reuse, and responsible planning so growth does not outpace supply. Safe, reliable water is critical to public health and a strong economy.
No child should go hungry in Texas. The state should fully support school meals, summer and after-school nutrition programs, and partnerships with local food banks. We must reduce barriers to access, protect benefits for working families, and ensure programs reach children where they are. Addressing child hunger strengthens health, learning, and long-term opportunity.
I oppose requiring documented proof of citizenship because it creates real barriers for eligible Texans. Married women whose IDs don’t match their birth certificates, seniors born at home, veterans, and working families can face costly and time-consuming hurdles. Our elections are already secure using existing verification. We should protect access to the ballot and security of our elections without making voting harder for lawful voters.
