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Butcher for Wyoming Senate District 21
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307-683-8213
I am running because I believe Wyoming needs conservative leaders who can solve problems, build trust, and create the conditions for Wyoming to thrive.
For more than 30 years, I have worked at the intersection of business, government, and community leadership. I have owned and operated successful businesses, served as Executive Director of the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce, worked in state government and public utility management, and helped Wyoming communities navigate complex challenges through strategic planning and public engagement.
I understand how policy decisions affect families, employers, and communities. I will bring practical experience, economic stewardship, and a commitment to listening and working toward results.
I support targeted property tax relief focused on primary residences and was encouraged to see the Legislature pass a 25% reduction. Before making deeper cuts, we should evaluate how those changes affect homeowners, local governments, and essential services. I am concerned the proposed 50% reduction may move too far, too fast without a clear understanding of its long-term impacts.
If voters approve the initiative, the state must act immediately to backfill lost local revenue and protect essential services. Taxpayers should not be forced to choose between tax relief and safe communities, quality schools, reliable infrastructure, and other essential services.
I oppose the sale of public lands. Wyoming’s public lands should remain in public hands.
Our public lands are part of Wyoming’s identity, economy, heritage, and way of life. They support hunting, grazing, recreation, tourism, energy production, wildlife habitat, small businesses, and the freedom Wyomingites value deeply.
I support responsible stewardship of public lands that protects access, supports multiple use, respects working landscapes, and preserves Wyoming’s outdoor heritage for future generations.
I support carefully considered land exchanges when they improve public access, conservation, or land management and provide a clear public benefit.
Wyoming has a constitutional responsibility to provide a quality education for every student, regardless of where they live. Recent legislative action addressed many school funding concerns, but important gaps remain.
I am concerned that some funding changes have reduced local flexibility by directing dollars into specific categories while leaving other needs unmet. Challenges remain in areas such as support staff compensation, student activities, and food service programs. We should continue evaluating both funding levels and funding structure to ensure schools can meet local needs.
I support strong local schools, meaningful parental involvement, and decision-making that remains as close to students and communities as possible.
I believe public funds should be used when there is a clear public purpose, demonstrated need, and measurable benefit. Taxpayers deserve confidence that their dollars are being used wisely and effectively.
Strong families, churches, nonprofits, and local communities are often best positioned to help people facing challenges. At the same time, some needs cannot be met through private efforts alone, and government has a role to play in protecting vulnerable populations and supporting community stability.
We should reduce waste, eliminate duplication, and improve coordination while ensuring services are delivered fairly and effectively. The goal should be independent people, stronger families, and resilient communities—not larger systems.
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