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I do not support the establishment of additional data centers in Maryland. Data centers strain an already outdated grid, require massive water usage, and consume land that could otherwise support housing and community development. We can expand digital infrastructure without sacrificing environmental health. As Delegate, I have been focused on environmental justice to include supporting the Climate Solutions Now Act, which directs Maryland toward cleaner, community‑centered development.
Rising utility costs are a major concern and I have worked to address the energy monopoly in Maryland and predatory practices that drive these increases. Over the past several years, I have supported legislation to lower household energy burdens, strengthening consumer protection and expand programs that help low‑income families across our state such as the Community Solar Program, which lowers bills for renters and families who cannot install rooftop solar.
Yes, Maryland must improve and expand public transportation because it is essential to our economy, working families, students, seniors, and it's central to meeting our state's climate goals. As Delegate, I have consistently supported efforts to strengthen and modernize our transit system such as the Purple Line expansion as well as voting in favor of the WMATA (Metro) Funding Act of 2026. Investing in public transit is one of the surest ways to reduce traffic while spurring economic activity.
I have served on the House Appropriations Committee since 2019 and I'm the Chair of its Public Safety & Administration Subcommittee. This session, my top budget priorities are funding our public schools, victim services, rape kit testing, domestic violence programs and developmental disability services. I also remain committed to advancing the long‑delayed Maryland Women’s Pre‑Release Center, a critical investment in reentry services for women transitioning back into our communities.
As an immigrant and Vice Chair of the Maryland Legislative Latino Caucus, I have worked to support and protect immigrant communities by expanding healthcare coverage for undocumented immigrants, ending local law enforcement cooperation with ICE by prohibiting 287(g) agreements and expanding access to counsel for immigrants in detention. Maryland must remain a safe, welcoming, and just place for immigrant families, and I will continue advancing legislation that reflects those values.
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I support economic growth with appropriate guardrails. First, Maryland needs to establish clear standards for high-energy facilities like data centers that protect our resources, strengthen the power grid, and that also align with our climate goals without adding burdens to already overburdened communities. Economic growth should not come at the expense of long-term sustainability.
Utility bills are rising because our grid is aging, fuel prices are volatile, and demand is going up. Maryland also imports about 40% of its electricity, which makes us vulnerable. The state needs to hold utilities accountable and require large users to pay for the upgrades they are driving, not make working families foot the bill.
Yes. Public transportation is an important way to expand opportunity and affordability. It reduces traffic, connects us to essential services, and gets us to work and school. Expanding reliable bus service, off-peak MARC trains, and safe walking and biking options will make our communities better.
Our budget should reflect our values. My priorities are fully funding the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, stabilizing the childcare scholarship fund, and increasing affordability. Marylanders have some of the highest vehicle registration fees in the country. I would lower those fees for working families by modestly increasing the fees on luxury vehicles, so relief is more equitable and fiscally responsible.
Supporting immigrants means supporting America's founding principle of equal justice under the law. As a proud Dominican-American, I have seen firsthand the opportunities and barriers facing immigrants. In a time when the federal government is actively working to attack our immigrant communities, Maryland cannot sit idly by. We need leaders who are proactive and willing to fight these attacks. I will work to expand legal defense, language access, and ensure immigrant families have a real voice.
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I’m deeply skeptical of unchecked expansion. Data centers unfortunately prioritize corporate profit while straining our resources, like clean water and electricity. So I oppose new facilities unless they meet strict climate, water, and labor standards, and include community benefits without displacing housing or green space.
Energy costs remain one of my top priorities. Rising costs come from our aging infrastructure, climate-driven demand spikes and federal underinvestment in renewables. I believe that we should tackle costs with targeted grid modernization, expanded energy efficiency programs, smart rate design, and investments in distributed renewables and storage to reduce peak load.
Yes, let’s expand reliable, multimodal transit statewide. It’s clear that public transit reduces congestion (like on I270) and carbon emissions. Let’s prioritize funding Metro, bus rapid transit where it makes sense, and align funding with land-use planning. In particular, we should continue to expand transit options that link people to jobs, schools, and healthcare, focus on rural and underserved communities, and coordinate transit planning with housing and workforce development
Top priorities (1) Education and workforce training (prepare Marylanders for new industries), (2) Healthcare access and social supports (mental health, accessible childcare), (3) infrastructure and equitable development (broadband, transit, climate resilience). These priorities underscore my long held commitments to reducing disparities and building long-term prosperity for working families.
I’ll continue to fight ICE’s illegal actions and protect our neighbors, like I did by introducing the MELT ICE Act and voting for No Kings Act and the ban 287g programs this session. In addition, I’ll continue to push for pathways to legal status and citizenship at the federal level, and for worker protections that stop exploitation.
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I believe that data centers can be a real economic asset for Maryland — but not if everyday residents are left footing the bill for their energy demands. I want to hold these companies accountable for the infrastructure costs they create. I support any legislation that requires data centers to fund their own energy infrastructure upgrades, protecting Marylanders from absorbing the cost of big tech's impact on our grid.
Utility costs are rising because of surging energy demand from data centers, record-high electricity auction prices, and aging infrastructure. Too much of that cost being passed directly to residents. Utility companies have also been allowed to raise rates with little accountability. That’s why I support the Utility RELIEF Act, which allocates $100 million to lower energy bills. If this bill passes, Maryland families could save at least $150 annually on their utility bills.
Yes. As a member of the House Transit Caucus, this is something I continue to discuss with my colleagues. Expanding public transportation to me is about creating good-paying jobs, strengthening infrastructure, and making sure every Marylander has reliable ways to move through their community. That said, expansion has to be done right. I'm committed to ensuring that modernization efforts don't come at the expense of transit workers. Technology should support our workforce, not replace it.
My priorities are focused on affordability, economic justice, and improving health outcomes. The programs I am fighting for include: 1) Education: Ensuring Education Support Professionals earn living wage at $25.00/hour (HB 1205); 2) Consumer Protection: Allowing consumers to pay in cash (between $5.00 - $300.00) at certain business establishments (HB 191); 3) Healthcare: To conduct a feasibility study for establishing and operating the Supporting Our Caregiver Infrastructure Program (HB 1280)
I'm focused on removing the economic and social barriers that hold immigrant and disadvantaged communities back. Recently, I identified that many immigrant communities face obstacles qualifying for credit cards. That’s why I introduced HB 191 to make everyday purchases more accessible for cash-paying customers who may not have access to a credit card. I also voted for HB 444, which prevents local law enforcement from acting as federal immigration agents. Our communities deserve safety and trust.
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Approval of data centers in Maryland should be heavily scrutinized to ensure they do not conflict with competing land uses, and do not impact resources like power and water. They must not be sited near communities nor impact green spaces or agricultural areas. They should only use closed-loop cooling and not impact the water supply, and must not impact the power grid (Maryland is already experiencing a deficit in power generation. Data centers will only make it worse).
Maryland has a large deficit in consumption versus generation of electricity. We should focus on improving the efficiency of the power grid and responsibly expanding green energy, such as wind and solar. Nuclear is also a clean, efficient option if it is implemented thoughtfully. We should also focus on setting standards and incentives to help consumers conserve electricity and water and become more efficient in their use of our natural resources.
Yes. One hundred percent yes. Maryland has an abysmal record of investing in public transportation infrastructure. Recent investments in WMATA are encouraging, but it is not enough. And it is not just investment in public transportation that is needed. We also need more efficient land use to support more robust public transportation. In our area, for example, I would love to see the county move forward with bus rapid transit on Route 355 and we should push for better MARC service.
First, we need to maintain Maryland’s top-notch public schools. The Blue Print should be fully funded so our children receive the education needed for them to succeed. Second, we need to make sure that Montgomery County receives its fair share of resources from Annapolis. Our residents pay a lot of taxes to Annapolis, and we should receive more value for those taxes paid. Third, we should focus on economic development and making sure Maryland is competitive to help balance that budget!
Everything I can do. As a current Council Member in the City of Gaithersburg, I recognize and cherish the contributions our immigrant communities make to the greater community. We are a welcoming community and enact policies to ensure our community welcomes everyone, including availability of resources and programs, fostering trust between our immigrant communities and local law enforcement, and just making everyone feel welcome. I will take that philosophy to Annapolis.
