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The 2023 Legislative session was my first term in an elected position as a Representative for House District 47 in the Montana Legislature. It was an extremely busy and demanding session, but my 31+ years in law enforcement prepared me well for its many challenges.
Committees
State Administration & Veteran Affairs
Met everyday in the morning
Transportation
Met on Monday, Wednesday, & Friday afternoons
Fish, Wildlife, & Parks
Met on Tuesday & Thursday afternoons
State Administration & Veteran Affairs
Met everyday in the morning
Transportation
Met on Monday, Wednesday, & Friday afternoons
Fish, Wildlife, & Parks
Met on Tuesday & Thursday afternoons
VICE CHAIR OF THE
INTERIM TRANSPORTION COMMITEE
I’m working to make a passenger rail is accessible to southeastern Montanans. Check out the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority’s progress here: bigskyrail.org
VICE CHAIR OF THE
INTERIM TRANSPORTION COMMITEE
I’m working to make a passenger rail is accessible to southeastern Montanans. Check out the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority’s progress here: bigskyrail.org
LEGislation
HB362
Sponsored & Passed
Expanded Crisis Intervention team training
HB362 provides training to law enforcement and first responders as to how to safely de-escalate persons experiencing a mental health crisis and refer them to services versus incarcerating them. This solution supports both citizens and law enforcement. I will continue to address public safety needs to ensure that law enforcement has the necessary training, tools and equipment to effectively perform their job and keep our communities safe.
HB301
Sponsored,
Passed in House,
Stalled out in Senate
Penality enhancement for those in possession of a firearm while committing felony drug trafficking OFFENSES
HB 301 would revise laws relating to dangerous drugs. It targets armed drug dealers and provides for a penalty enhancement if in possession of a firearm while selling/distributing dangerous drugs. Drug dealers are arming themselves to protect their drug assets and settle drug disputes, resulting in a rise in gun violence and impacting our community’s safety.
VOTING RECORD
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2022 Endorsements
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Montana AFL-CIO
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Montana 55+ Action Fund
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Planned Parenthood Advocates of Montana
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Carol's List
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Montana NOW
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Montana Rural Voters Action Fund
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