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 looking forward to our next committee meeting in Helena on May 8, 2024 where there will be a co-presentation by the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority (BSPRA) and the Montana Department of Transportation as we discuss restoring passenger rail service to southern Montana.
VICE CHAIR OF THE
INTERIM TRANSPORTION COMMITEE
I’m looking forward to our next committee meeting in Helena on May 8, 2024 where there will be a co-presentation by the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority (BSPRA) and the Montana Department of Transportation as we discuss restoring passenger rail service to southern Montana.
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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100%
MONTANA AFL-CIO
100%
PLANNED PARENTHOOD ADVOCATES OF MONTANA
100%
MONTANA CONVERSATION VOTERS
100%
MONTANA FEDERATION OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES
100%
WESTERN NATIVE VOICE
2022 Endorsements
Montana AFL-CIO
Montana 55+ Action Fund
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Montana
Carol's List
Montana NOW
Montana Rural Voters Action Fund
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