Proudly representing StillwaterForest LakeOak Park HeightsMahtomediGrantMarine on Saint CroixBayportScandiaHugoStillwater TownshipWillernieDellwood
Dear constituents…
In 2012, the people of Forest Lake, Stillwater, and the surrounding St. Croix Valley elected me to represent them in the Minnesota Senate. Since then, it has been an honor to be re-elected in 2016, 2020, and 2022.
I’m so proud the difference we have made together. Our accomplishments are many, including passing landmark protections for elderly and vulnerable Minnesotans, making record investments in area schools, cutting your taxes, holding the bureaucracy accountable, and pushing back against the pervasive fraud that has been allowed to consume our state government for too long.
I have lived in this district for more than 30 years. I raised my family here, my kids went to school here, and now my grandkids are growing up here. As we confront our state’s many challenges ahead, I will continuing bringing my leadership and experience to the Capitol every day as I work to get things done for you.
It is truly an honor to have your support.
Protecting our communities
Violent crime is out of control in the metro, and too often it spills into the St. Croix Valley. I’m proud to be endorsed by law enforcement organizations because I know the value law enforcement has in keeping our communities safe. In the legislature, I’m proud to have supported funding to recruit, retain, and train our law enforcement — because I know more cops will get us on the right track to peace and safety.
Fighting for seniors
I spearheaded “landmark” legislation that provides protections for Minnesotans living in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Minnesota’s population is rapidly aging—and our seniors need someone to fight for them. Now, Minnesota is facing facing a staffing crisis in long-term care and senior living facilities, so I worked with stakeholders to support training, education, and recruitment tools to ensure there is always someone there for our seniors and most vulnerable.
Making life more affordable
As a mom, grandma, and small business owner, I know Minnesota families are being stretched thinner every year. Property taxes keep climbing, vehicle tabs cost too much, and too many first-time homebuyers in our area are crossing the river because the same house is cheaper when government gets out of the way. I voted for the first income tax cut in nearly two decades, property tax relief for small businesses and farmers, and tax credits for working families, college students, and new homeowners. I have also fought to cut the tax on Social Security, to end taxes on tips, and to let workers keep more of what they earn in tips and overtime — and I’ll keep working to cut the red tape driving up local costs, get government out of the way of new housing, and put more money back in the pockets of the people who live here.
I need your help.
It’s an honor to represent Forest Lake, Stillwater, and the surrounding St. Croix Valley in the Minnesota Senate. I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished—but there is still work left to do.
That’s why I’m asking for your help. Together, we can continue making a difference. Can I count on your support today?
