Maryland House of Delegates District 47A

A: Maryland should close the structural deficit with a balanced, disciplined approach that protects core services while improving efficiency. The state’s recent budget discussions have already emphasized cost containment and limiting the structural gap, and I believe we should continue by reviewing administrative overhead, reducing duplication across agencies, and requiring stronger performance measures for programs that are not delivering results.

I would protect investments that are essential to long-term growth and stability, especially education, public safety, workforce development, and support for vulnerable families. On revenue, I would favor targeted, data-driven options over broad-based tax increases on working families. That means looking first at fairness in the tax code, closing loopholes where appropriate, and making sure existing revenues are aligned with state priorities before asking more of residents.

A: The three most pressing issues facing Maryland are affordability, educational opportunity, and economic security. Families across the state are feeling pressure from housing, utility, food, and transportation costs, while the state is also managing long-term budget pressures that affect how we respond.

Second, we must stay focused on education. The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future is one of the most important long-term investments the state has made, and the challenge now is making sure it is fully implemented in a way that delivers results for students and families. Third, we need to strengthen economic security by supporting good-paying jobs, workforce development, and policies that help people stay in the middle class.

A: I would focus on practical steps that lower everyday costs for working families. That includes protecting tenants, expanding access to utility and energy assistance when prices rise, supporting workforce policies that raise wages, and investing in energy efficiency so families can save money over time. Maryland’s budget and policy discussions already reflect the need for affordability and targeted relief, and I believe we should build on that with a strong focus on results.

I would also push for better coordination between state agencies so residents can access existing programs more easily. Too often, help exists but families face barriers finding it or qualifying for it quickly. Lowering the cost of living is not just about one bill; it is about making state government more responsive and making sure relief reaches people when they need it.

A: I support continuing the Blueprint and do not believe Maryland should roll back this commitment to our children. The Blueprint was designed as a long-term strategy to strengthen public education, and the state’s own education materials emphasize that it will significantly increase investment over time. Rolling back programs now would undermine progress, especially for students and schools that have historically been underserved.

If additional revenue is needed, it should be approached carefully and fairly. I would first insist on strong oversight, accountability, and efficient implementation, but I would rather consider targeted new revenue and responsible budget adjustments than weaken a generational investment in Maryland’s schools.

A: I want constituents to review my performance through clear, public results. That includes my voting record, the bills I sponsor and support, my committee work, and the resources and investments I help bring back to the district. Those are all things residents can independently track through the Maryland General Assembly and other public sources.

I also believe accountability should be ongoing. Constituents should be able to judge my work by whether I am visible, responsive, and engaged in the community, and whether I am delivering measurable progress on the issues they care about most.