Qualifications
What training, experience, and characteristics qualify you for this position?
I have spent most of my life serving the people. I was my mother’s secretary when she was an attorney and had to learn quickly to navigate through the court system. I am currently a Harris County Court Coordinator working with Children in Foster Care. I have seen and have had to deal with the changes in legislation and policies that have affected our Court, our families and our youth. I rescue Animals who have been abused as well as children. I work with aging veterans. I also work with crime victims. At one point I worked for a bonding company. I know all too well the importance in having proper legislation and policies in place to help protect our communities.
Healthcare
Texas has the highest uninsured rate in the nation. What steps would you take as a state representative to ensure access to affordable healthcare, including mental health services, for residents who are currently uninsured or underserved in your district?
I currently work with individuals who need mental health services. I am constantly being trained to identify people who have autism, bipolar, autistic and other mental health issues. We have mental health court for our veterans and people who have been sex trafficked. We work with nonprofits along with the city and County to ensure these individuals receive the proper healthcare they need. Healthcare is vital in ensuring healthy families, children and communities. I will make sure communities have the proper resources and education in identifying and assisting our most vulnerable as well as all individuals.
Education
What measures would you support to ensure adequate state funding for public schools and accountability for taxpayer funds used in voucher or education savings account programs?
Frist of all we need oversight of the Local school Boards. I value our children in public schools, and their education is vital to the future of our communities. I will demand accountability and transparency as well as be part of any plans that affect our school, our communities and our children. I have attended and fought HISD school boards for decades. I do not intend to stop. we have amazing advocates in the community of whom I will work with to ensure that families are able to provide their input and be able to vote on any changes in schools. It takes working together for the best interest of the families. I will make sure that the community has input and is given plenty of notice to voice their concerns and opinions.
Issues
What are the two most pressing issues unique to your district, and what specific, measurable actions would you take to address them during your term?
Affordability is crucial in my district. there are many families struggling to just provide the simple basic needs for their Children. I do a lot of community outreach and work with many organizations to ensure that families have the resources they need to help them get through difficult times. I will make sure that both state and local taxes are not increased. Crime is another concern in my District. We have seen an increase of youth and domestic violence. we have a revolving door in the Courts that are releasing violent offenders into the communities. I work with the parents of murdered children and there is no accountability for the crimes committed. Legislation needs to be improved to protect the public.
