Candidate for Nebraska State Senate - District 17 in 2020 Nebraska General Election.
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Get StartedAs your senator, I will explore incentives that help entrepreneurs and small businesses succeed in rural Nebraska. Learn more
We need an education finance system that fosters quality, fairness and equity and is less reliant on property taxes. A review of the entire school finance system would allow Nebraska to create a common statewide vision for education while maintaining strong local control of schools. Learn more
I will ensure rural school districts have the funding they need to prepare our kids for the future. Learn more
Access to high quality health care helps keep Nebraska residents working and thriving. Dakota County, Thurston County and a portion of Wayne County were federally designated as primary care shortage areas in 2017. Plans should be made to address these shortages before they become critical. Learn more
We should take advantage of public/private partnerships wherever possible to build more affordable housing units. Learn more
We must continue to invest in the roads and infrastructure necessary for economic growth and expansion. Learn more
I would work to extend broadband services across the state. Learn more
Reforming tax expenditures and expanding the sales tax could be solutions to reducing the state’s reliance on property taxes to fund key services. Learn more
Find a property tax relief proposal that is equitable for all Nebraskans. Learn more
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