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Economic Prosperity & Working Families

Colorado's economy is as diverse as our people, encompassing urban centers, rural areas, and all communities in between. I understand the unique challenges facing hard-working people in Thornton and Northglenn and am committed to supporting those raising a family while working to make ends meet.

 

For parents balancing jobs with childcare and school needs, I have pushed for policies that will make life easier and more affordable. By securing funding for childcare assistance, supporting family tax credits, and expanding resources for local schools, I am dedicated to making sure families have the support they need to thrive. From teachers and nurses to police officers and firefighters, our communities rely on steady support and resources to meet everyday demands. I will continue fighting to keep jobs local, lift up essential workers, and ensure economic opportunities reach every Colorado family.​

Proudly endorsed by: Colorado Wins, AFSCME- Council 18, Colorado AFL-CIO, Communications Workers of America, UFCW Local 7, SMART Local 9, Vote Mama PAC, SEIU Local 105 and Colorado Professional Firefighters.

As your representative, you can count on me to:

  • Strengthen economic diversity with policies that create reliable, good paying jobs for working families.

  • Invest in safer roads and infrastructure to improve daily commutes and access to local services.

  • Expand affordable public transit so workers can get to jobs and families can access essentials more easily.

  • Support affordable childcare options that relieve financial stress for parents.

  • Advocate for affordable housing so families can build their lives in Adams County.

  • Partner with local businesses to create opportunities that benefit families and neighborhoods.

  • Bring your voice to the Capitol to ensure policies meet the needs of working families across our communities.

My Sponsored Legislation 

HB24-1223 Improved Access to the Child Care Assistance Program

This bill made important updates to the CCAP program, expanded child care for families and increased flexibility for all.

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HB24-1311 Family Affordability Tax Credit

This bill established a family affordability tax credit that is similar to the federal child tax credit and is estimated to cut childhood poverty in Colorado.

 

HB24-1370 Reduce Cost of Use of Natural Gas

This bill aims to reduce the cost of use of natural gas infrastructure.

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HB24-1439 Financial Incentives Expand Apprenticeship Programs

This bi-partisan bill invests $15 million dollars annually into supporting the creation of paid apprenticeships within new and emerging industries.

 

SB24-134 Operation of Home-Based Businesses

This bi-partisan bill, prohibits a homeowner association (HOA) from restricting the operation of a home-based business in an HOA unit.

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HB23B-1002 Increased Earned Income Tax Credit 2023

This bill increased the earned income tax credit for income tax year 2023 to 50% of the federal EITC. 

 

SB23-058 Job Application Fairness Act

This bill prohibits employers from inquiring about a prospective employee’s age, date of birth, and dates of attendance at or date of graduation from an educational institution on an employment application.

 

SB23-017 Additional Uses Paid Sick Leave

This bill expanded the qualifying uses of paid sick leave to include school closures due to weather, evacuations or bereavement.

 

HB23-1158 Colorado Commodity Supplemental Food Grant Program

This bi-partisan bill created a grant program to provide supplemental food to low-income older adults.

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