Currently holds the office of Alaska House of Representatives - District 35 until January 11, 2027.
Candidate for Alaska House of Representatives - District 35 in 2026 Alaska Primary Election.
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Get StartedAlaskans deserve to make their own choices about the reproductive health care services they need. This includes being able to receive insurance coverage for physician-prescribed contraceptive medication, having greater access to providers, and being able to get an abortion. There has never been a more critical time to support pro-choice, female candidates who will work passionately to ensure that Alaska does not pass legislation that would infringe upon reproductive health care access in this state. Learn more
Our community deserves to feel safe and protected. Recruiting, training, and retaining high quality individuals to work in public safety and related fields is a major challenge faced by our state. Alaska needs to be able to train police, emergency service, and mental health workers in house and then keep these individuals in the state for the duration of their careers. Ensuring that individuals experiencing disability, homelessness, addiction, hunger, re-entry from incarceration, mental health crises, and other challenging situations have the support needed to be successful helps to ensure a strong community and state. Learn more
Our economy is stagnant and stuck under a “boom and bust” mindset while oil revenues decline and the continuing problem of outmigration accelerates. We must provide for our future by identifying new investment opportunities, creating pathways for responsible development, and seeking new revenue for Alaska’s long-term stability and growth. Learn more
Active and thoughtful listening is a value that has guided my work as your Representative in Juneau. As we seek to build a strong educational system, we must listen to our educators and learn the challenges they face. Additionally, no matter the thoughts and opinions of the individuals I am listening to or how much these views may differ from my own, respect and empathy guide me in how I listen and respond to all stakeholders and community members. Learn more
All public employees, including Alaska’s educators, deserve to have a defined benefit system for retirement that will help to both attract and retain qualified professionals. Many of my family members enjoyed the benefits of being Tier I employees, but today’s new hires are not able to have competitive benefits that allow them to comfortably raise their own families in Alaska. Stopping the “brain drain” means ensuring stability for Alaska’s educators and a plan for retirement that people can count on. Learn more
I strongly support the University of Alaska. Learn more
After years of roller coaster budgeting and continual fiscal uncertainty, it is high time that our University and K-12 administrators be able to look ahead to a predictable and stable funding stream that will provide for the needs of our students and teachers. I support forward-funding education: this action takes education out of the “pink slipping” saga that we see our district resorting to year after year. I am also in favor of targeted increases to the budget for K-12 and UA so that we can help keep class sizes low, meet demanding curriculum requirements, improve technical and vocational educational opportunities, preserve arts and music education as well as liberal and fine arts programs at the University level, address deferred maintenance, and meet the goals desired by state and local policymakers. Learn more
The cost to heat and power our homes and businesses in recent years has skyrocketed, and Alaskans spend a larger portion of their income on energy costs than residents of any other state. We can change this dynamic by creating the policies and investing in the infrastructure that makes affordable and available energy possible. I support the construction of a natural gas pipeline that also provides a spur line to Fairbanks. I also strongly support diversifying our energy grid to include additional wind, solar, and the development of other renewable energy projects in the state. Learn more
Our state is abundant in natural resources. I believe in developing our resources and managing them for the benefit of Alaskans. By putting appropriate oversight and safety measures in place, we can profitably and sustainably develop and manage these resources. Alongside these development efforts, we must also capitalize on the opportunities offered by Alaska’s natural beauty, with enhanced focus on the tourism and recreational economy. Alaskans deserve to benefit from expansion and productive use of our lands and waters, and I will seek to strike a balance between this expansion and the preservation of those same resources for future generations. Learn more
Alaska has experienced a mental health crisis for many years. Our extreme environmental challenges and lack of sufficient support structures for those experiencing depression, anxiety, and other disorders are contributing factors for Alaska having the second highest rate of suicide in the country. Suicide is also the leading cause of death for youth in Alaska. Combating these mental health problems requires multi-faceted solutions. While it is a daunting task, crafting a comprehensive approach to improving mental health outcomes in the state will be a high priority for me as your Representative. Learn more
Significant cuts have been made to the operating budget over the years. While there is still some “fat” to trim, we now need a scalpel rather than a cleaver. We should continue downward pressure and keep the government accountable, but we must also fund essential government services that are relied on by Alaskans of all circumstances. By carefully managing the budget, we can provide reliable and efficient services – a better government for everyone. Learn more
Other than the hardworking people of Alaska, there is no greater resource possessed by the state than the Permanent Fund. We must be financially responsible and protect the Fund for future generations, ensuring that our children and grandchildren will continue to receive an annual PFD payment. Learn more
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