Economic growth in House District 13 means creating an environment where our small businesses, family farms, and local industries can grow profitably.

I am committed to assissting local entrepreneurs with support for new ideas and fledgling businesses. Money alone is not enough. Rural economic development requires knowledge, networking, and access to support for entrepreneurs.

Workforce training partnerships between our schools and local employers, can equip the next generation with skills they need for high-paying careers; while giving local employers a pipeline of recruits. Let's give our young people reasons to stay, build families and businesses, and invest in our rural communities.