Age
71
Education
J.D., MU; M.S. Engineering Management,B.S Chemical Engineering, Missouri-Rolla
I am Chairman of the statutorily established Task Force on Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment, the House budget subcommittee for Health, Mental Health Social Services and member of the Judiciary, Utilities, Special Committee on Higher Education funding, budget and ethics committees.
The budget is likely to decrease from the last few years. Maintaining the funding gains we have realized in the past few years in the policy areas described above will be important but difficult. Substance Abuse prevention and treatment is a top priority. The Department of Mental Health reports the social cost of Substance Abuse exceeds 8 BILLION dollars a year in Missouri, which, for comparison, is approximately one-half Missouri’s State (non-federal) general revenue.
The experience as a three term legislator in the majority Republican party with service on committees significant to the state, and a background of professional experience in law and education, together with a mature understanding of how the process works(or doesn't). The fact is with overwhelming majorities in both the House and Senate, nothing gets done that is not a majority party priority. There are many minority party members I like and respect, but whatever actually gets done is majority party accepted. The last few years disagreement as to priorities in the majority party along with minority party filibuster in the senate has held up bi-partisan legislation. Experience and developed relationship can address these concerns.
Former local school board member. Current member chamber of commerce and optimist clubs. Church support and participation. Active participation in public health and community partnerships.
Campaign Phone
816-726-7458
Education
BS in Agricultural Business
I'll work to address the concerns of Webster County residents
Safeguard the environment
Work for affordable education for all levels
Ensure our libraries stay open and not censored
Improve rural health care access
Expand Medicaid
Protect women's right to bodily autonomy and reproductive health care
I'd work with fellow Democrats and across the isle to bring about a workable plan.
I'm an experienced leader and not afraid of hard work.
I'm on the Marshfield Veterans Day parade committee, I'm a Webster County Democrat Committee member and a Marshfield Saddle Club member.
