Health & safety

I believe access to affordable health care is a right of all citizens, not a privilege. I support a woman’s right to make reproductive health choices, and I have worked to find ways to reduce the cost of prescription drugs including insulin.

I also prioritize the safety of our community. While respecting the rights of law abiding gun owners, I helped pass common sense measures to prevent gun violence such as the red flag law, safe storage, and measures to keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers.

Labor

As the daughter of a public employee, I recognize the important role of unions in providing workers with a pathway to the middle class. I stand committed to the principles of organized labor, including fair labor standards, a livable wage, the right to organize and collectively bargain, and economic security for working families.

Quality of life

I have secured funding for many exciting projects and will continue fighting to bring state dollars to initiatives that will improve the quality of life in Amherst, Williamsville, and Pendleton, including improvements to local infrastructure, the preservation of green space, funding for senior services, and support for our first responders.

Education

As a member of the Assembly Higher Education Committee, and a beneficiary of public education, I am committed to high quality, affordable education for all New Yorkers. I support fully funding public schools, increased funding for public colleges and universities, and expanded availability of Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) grants.

Voting Rights

All eligible voters should be able to vote conveniently, fairly, and without intimidation. In 2019, I helped pass legislation enacting early voting and registration portability within New York State, and I continue to support efforts to expand voting rights such as voting by mail and same-day voter registration.

The Environment

I believe we must be responsible stewards of the environment and preserve our resources for future generations. I have supported initiatives to increase our reliance on and development of renewable energy, to protect our water sources, and to combat the effects of climate change, including co-sponsoring and passing the historic Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act.