VOTE411 Voter Guide

I am passionate about restoring abortion access and reproductive freedom to Missourians. Policy must be driven by facts, not fear. As an IVF patient, I understand issues around abortion and reproductive health. I will use my experience to advocate for residents dealing with complex and private health decisions, particularly in rural Missouri.

Environmental protections and clean water ensure a future for all of us. I’m committed to addressing these needs by tackling misinformation, holding those with poor waste management practices accountable, and advocating for sustainable framework. We have a strong opportunity make our district a leader in environmental stewardship.

I support economic policies that address affordable housing needs and reduce daily living costs. By cutting taxes on groceries and personal hygiene products, we can ease financial burdens and improve quality of life. Investing in public school funding ensures every child receives the quality education they deserve.

Along with shining a light for the public on how their taxes are used, I am committed to work on policy reforms that ensure government efficiency and service to the people. By enhancing and improving the processes for transparency, I’ll make it easier for the public to understand and participate in government. Finally, I will push for accountability, demanding quality results Missourians. Ultimately, these steps will eliminate bad actors and ensure that elected officials' are always acting in the public’s best interest. Empathy and compassion will return to our gov't.

I have experience scrutinizing protocols and procedures. Having explained to executives why their processes create issues for their customers, I am ready to demonstrate where policy gaps are and suggest solutions based on findings and facts. These experiences, along with my IVF and infertility journey, have equipped me with research, analysis, and problem-solving skills that the people need from their elected officials.

Along with making it easier for taxpayers to see where their dollars are used, I am committed to work on policy reforms that ensure our government functions productively. By highlighting and improving the processes for transparency, I’ll make it easier for the public to understand and participate in government. Finally, I will push for accountability, demanding quality for taxpayers. These steps will eliminate bad actors and ensure that elected officials always act in the public’s best interest.

I've explained to executives why their processes create issues. I've navigated a decade-long infertility journey from the rural Ozarks. My research, analysis, and problem-solving skills are exactly what my district needs from their representative.

I sit as committeewoman for my precinct on the Greene County Democrats Central Committee. I volunteer as a host for a peer-led support group, meeting individuals dealing with infertility and providing solidarity, support, and empathy. I volunteer annually at Springfield's Earth Day Festival to promote environmental stewardship. As a small business owner, my partner and I value our dedicated team. We work with other small businesses to "keep it local". I have participated in community theater, where collaboration and cooperation are necessary. My six nieces and nephews (fondly dubbed my "noodles") help me stay grounded and remind me to enjoy the little things. We love visiting the library and walking park trails together.

Budget, Financial Services and Transportation infrastructure. 40 years in banking parallels those subjects

Our state budget does not function well. There are millions of dollars sitting in line items unspent. Our tax credit programs are lacking oversight and I-44 in general and the intersection of I-44 and Hwy 13 are in horrible shape. Year before last I put the $20 million in the budget to do the entire environmental study for I-44 from the Okla line to St Louis. This past session I led the effort to six lane 44 from Hwy 125 (Strafford) to Hwy 160 (Willard) and to do all four phases of the I-44/Hwy 13 intersection. We next need to six lane 44 where the accidents are the worst in Phelps Co (Dolittle to St Hames) and continue the six lane expansion to both the east and west

Three terms in the legislature including Budget Subcommittee Chair, member of full Budget Committed and Vice Chair of Fiscal Review

I have been in numerous Boards and Not for Profits over my adult life. Most recently I helped start Testore SGF which is a CDC to focus on the quality of our housing stock needs and to increase home ownership which is currently at a very low level of 43%