Currently holds the office of Indiana House of Representatives - District 75 until November 4, 2026.
Candidate for Indiana House of Representatives - District 75 in 2026 Indiana Primary Election.
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Get StartedAbortion, in political terms, is not healthcare. Contraception (prevention of pregnancy) is healthcare. There are situations in pregnancy that may require the direction of a medical professional, but in most instances women facing unwanted pregnancy have the option of adoption, and how selfless and empowering is it to provide an opportunity for another women who may not have the ability to conceive to be a mother. Learn more
In order to combat substance abuse in Indiana we must first must build awareness while reducing stigma. Secondly we must increase access to harm reduction services which includes decriminalization. Decriminalization is not the same as legalization. We must set into place policy that allows people who are addicted to drugs to get help from the state without entering the penal system. Learn more
It is time to stop using jails and prisons as default mental health facilities. Instead, we should divert non-violent offenders with mental illness and substance use disorders into treatment instead of incarceration. This would save lives, foster recovery, and reduce costs. We should also invest in community-based treatment that keeps people with mental illness out of jail in the first place and ultimately saves taxpayer money. Learn more
Cindy believes we must combat the culture of violence in society, and address the underlying mental health issues that contribute to this violence. While much of legislation to curb gun violence has been inherently reactive; mental health efforts are proactive and must be part of planning when addressing school and public safety policy. Learn more
Cindy is a strong believer in the Second Amendment of the Constitution of the United States. She does not believe that restrictive gun laws are the answer to curbing violent crime in America. Such measures only prevent law-abiding citizens from protecting themselves because criminals, by definition, do not follow the law. Learn more
A free-market system is shown to be the only reasonable method of reform that addresses the true underlying problems of the U.S. Health care system and effectively lowers health care costs. A healthcare system that promotes individual responsibility with significant incentives for patients to make health care choices that provide value while allowing market forces to improve service, increase efficiency and foster the development of patient options is the best alternative. Learn more
Finally, Indiana desperately needs more trained professionals equipped to treat substance abuse, including psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners and primary care providers. We must make it a priority to increase the number of such providers, as well as create easier access to medication-assisted treatment. Learn more
Cindy will continue to work to ensure that legislation is of benefit to the advancement of our farming industry as well as our rural communities. She will work to ensure drainage legislation is addressed and property rights are protected. Learn more
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