Candidate for Illinois State Senate - District 6 in 2026 Illinois Primary Election.
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Get StartedAs your State Senator, I will: Advance a state constitutional amendment to explicitly protect the right to abortion, contraception, fertility treatment, and gender-affirming care as fundamental rights. Learn more
As your State Senator, I will: Push for the implementation of new models of policing that give sworn officers more time to patrol their beats while sending non-sworn civilians and mental health professionals to respond to incidents involving individuals in crisis, ensuring appropriate care and support. Learn more
Convene with Police District Councils and other public safety agencies around best practices and emerging research, ensuring that Chicago’s Police Department can adapt to crime trends while centering equity and justice to build community trust. Learn more
Expand funding for community-led violence interruption programs and trauma-informed services, while implementing stronger oversight on gun dealers, mandating safe storage laws, and addressing the root causes of gun violence from a public health perspective. Learn more
I am committed to supporting policies that provide educators with the necessary tools and training to navigate this evolving landscape responsibly. Learn more
Safe routes to school: I’ve joined “bike buses” at Nettelhorst and seen firsthand how important safe routes are. State capital dollars should go toward dedicated bike lanes and safe streets, making it safer for kids, parents, and neighbors to get to and from school. Learn more
Modern school facilities: Some schools in our district are more than 100 years old. With my background in trauma-informed design and building inclusive spaces, I will push for state capital funding to renovate our facilities and give our kids the resources and amenities needed for a quality education. Learn more
I support the recent legislative efforts to limit cellphone use during instructional time in classrooms. Learn more
Inclusive curricula: Fully funding programs that bring Asian-American history, LGBTQ history, and other inclusive learning into classrooms—and making sure these mandates are backed with state resources, not just unfunded promises. Learn more
As State Senator, I will: Enact a statewide ban on toxic PFAS “forever chemicals” found in makeup, clothing, and infant products to protect our water, air, and health. Learn more
Increase state investment in CTA and Metra to expand service, reliability, and accessibility, which will reduce the reliance on private vehicles, cut carbon emissions, and create green union jobs in the process. Learn more
Collaborate across local, state, and federal levels to upgrade water and energy infrastructure, ensuring it's resilient, sustainable, and capable of supporting emerging technologies like quantum computing and AI, which require stable, clean energy and advanced cooling systems. Learn more
Prioritize funding for public buildings like schools, libraries, and government buildings to renovate for energy efficiency and sustainability, while involving community feedback in planning for the future. Learn more
As your State Senator, I will prioritize: Protecting Medicaid from threats by the Trump Administration so that millions of Illinoisans do not lose critical coverage. Learn more
Reining in exorbitant prescription drug costs by investing in creating a prescription drug affordability board, so that Illinois has proper oversight on the rising costs of medication people need to live. Learn more
Increasing availability of mental health care, by preventing insurance companies from requiring prior authorization and utilization management controls for behavioral health services. Learn more
Make structural reforms to the state’s approach to property tax assessment, so that assessments do not blind-side property owners, leaving them frustrated by rising property taxes. Learn more
Ban parking minimums so developers can prioritize housing and plan for people, not cars. Learn more
Eliminate barriers to building affordable housing, including allowing the construction of Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs), duplexes, and other multi-family units so that supply can keep up with the growing demand our community faces. Learn more
We need to build more housing. As your State Senator, I will work to: Stop price gouging by corporate landlords, some of whom do not even live in Chicago, so we can protect our neighbors from displacement. Learn more
Protection of cyclists by supporting the City of Chicago in building concrete-protected bike lanes and strengthening the city’s cycling grid. Learn more
Increased and improved bus (including Bus Rapid Transit) and train service, so that commuters do not have to worry about being “ghosted” by the CTA. Learn more
Increasing funding to transit outreach programs for those who are homeless or in crisis. Learn more
Convening the City, State, and local stakeholders to prioritize adding a dedicated bus lane to DuSable Lake Shore Drive. Learn more
My transit priorities in the State Senate will include: Modernization and streamlining of our transit agencies, so that they are working in collaboration rather than against each other. Learn more
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