Currently holds the office of Georgia House of Representatives - District 56 until January 11, 2027.
Candidate for Georgia House of Representatives - District 56 in 2026 Georgia Primary Election.
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Get StartedRepeal Georgia’s Heartbeat Bill and return reproductive healthcare decisions to women and their doctors. Learn more
Promote access to comprehensive reproductive healthcare services, including family planning, contraception, and safe and legal abortion services. Learn more
Encourage state agencies to work with disadvantaged businesses and provide resources to help them compete on a level playing field. Learn more
Provide tax incentives for small businesses that offer fair wages, healthcare benefits, and demonstrate sustainable and environmentally responsible practices. Learn more
Prioritize investment in school infrastructure to ensure that all students have access to safe and modern learning environments. Learn more
Support state funding for school construction and renovation projects, including efforts to reduce overcrowding and address deferred maintenance. Learn more
Support legislation that allows teachers more flexibility in the classroom, focusing on individual student growth and learning. Learn more
Advocate for a continual significant increase in teacher salaries to attract and retain high-quality educators in Georgia that indexes teacher pay to inflation rate. Learn more
Advocate for a reduction in high stakes standardized testing and a move towards performance assessments that measure a broader range of student abilities. Learn more
Increase and adjust Georgia's QBE for a fair and adequate school funding formula that considers the needs of low-income students, English language learners, and students with disabilities. Learn more
Using surplus money in the state education lottery to promote the expansion of high-quality pre-K programs, making them free and accessible to all eligible children in Georgia. Learn more
Utilize federal funds to support green infrastructure and sustainability projects that create jobs and foster a more environmentally responsible economy. Learn more
Declare gun violence a public health emergency in the State of Georgia and allocate resources to prevention. Learn more
Champion common-sense gun control measures that prioritize public safety while respecting Second Amendment rights. Learn more
Support programs that expand the healthcare workforce, including nurse practitioners and physician assistants, to ensure that these centers can meet the needs of the local communities. Learn more
Support legislation that closes the coverage gap, allowing low-income individuals and families to access essential healthcare services. Learn more
Advocate for policies that focus on equitable healthcare delivery, addressing the unique needs of our marginalized community, and improving the overall health and well-being of all residents in Georgia. Learn more
Continue to invest in mental health and addiction services to ensure that those struggling with mental health issues or substance abuse have access to the necessary treatment and support. Learn more
Go beyond Gov. Kemp’s piecemeal solution to Medicaid expansion and fully expand Medicaid to ensure that more Georgians have access to affordable healthcare coverage. Learn more
Prioritize the funding and development of community health care centers and clinics to increase accessibility to primary and preventative care services in underserved areas. Learn more
Seek partnerships with federal and local agencies to increase the availability of rental subsidies and emergency rent relief programs. Learn more
Advocate for robust tenant protections, including limitations on rent increases, just-cause eviction policies, and the right to organize tenant unions. Learn more
Support the establishment of community land trusts to acquire and manage land on behalf of the community, preventing displacement and ensuring long-term affordability. Learn more
Support legislation that holds slumlords accountable through fines, penalties, and potential property seizures if they fail to meet housing quality standards. Learn more
Promote the expansion of rental assistance programs to help low-income individuals and families afford safe and stable housing. Learn more
Explore property tax reforms that protect long-term homeowners from being forced to sell due to rising property values. Learn more
Pass a bipartisan law similar to ones passed in other southern states and in Georgia localities that require developers to negotiate and sign Community Benefit Agreements that commit to providing community benefits, such as affordable housing, local job opportunities, and green spaces, in exchange for development rights. Learn more
Require comprehensive assessments of the potential impacts of development projects on existing communities, including displacement risks, before granting permits. Learn more
Advocate for policies that encourage mixed-income housing developments, zoning reforms, and investments in public transportation to reduce commuting costs for low-income workers. Learn more
Make gentrification data publicly available and easily accessible, ensuring that residents, activists, and policymakers can monitor the situation and hold stakeholders accountable. Learn more
Pass a law that requires community involvement in the planning and development process, ensuring that local residents have a voice in shaping their neighborhoods' future. Learn more
Advocate for a phased increase in the minimum wage to a livable wage, aligning with policies successfully implemented in other states. Learn more
Support annual adjustments for inflation to ensure that the minimum wage keeps pace with the rising cost of living. Learn more
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