Lower Taxes. Responsible Government
Washington families deserve a government that lives within its means.
Hardworking families across Washington are making difficult financial decisions every day.
They're adjusting household budgets, delaying major purchases, working extra hours, and finding ways to stretch every dollar. Government should be held to that same standard.
As your State Representative, I will work to reduce unnecessary taxes, improve government accountability, eliminate wasteful spending, and ensure taxpayer dollars are focused on the core responsibilities of state government.
Responsible government isn't about spending less simply for the sake of spending less. It's about spending smarter.
The Challenge
Washington Is Becoming Increasingly Expensive
Families throughout the 30th Legislative District are feeling the pressure. The cost of housing continues to climb. Groceries cost more. Gas prices remain volatile. Insurance premiums continue to rise. Utility bills continue to increase. Small businesses face growing regulatory costs.
At the same time, state government continues to expand its spending while asking taxpayers to shoulder an ever-growing financial burden.
Government should never forget whose money it is spending. Every dollar collected in taxes belongs first to the people who earned it.
My Philosophy
Government Works for the People
Government has an important role. It should provide essential services.
- Maintain infrastructure.
- Protect public safety.
- Care for our most vulnerable.
But government also has an obligation to respect taxpayers. That means asking difficult questions before creating new taxes.
- Can we spend existing dollars more effectively?
- Are programs producing measurable results?
- Can outdated regulations be eliminated?
- Can duplication be reduced?
- Can technology improve efficiency?
These are the questions government should ask before asking taxpayers for more money.
My Priorities
Lower the Tax Burden on Washington Families
Oppose a State Income Tax
Washington families already face one of the highest overall tax burdens in the nation when state and local taxes, fees, and assessments are combined.
I will oppose efforts to create a state personal income tax for anyone and work to protect Washington's long-standing approach to taxation.
Eliminate the Sales Tax on Services
Many professional services have become increasingly expensive for families and small businesses.
Expanding sales taxes into additional services makes it harder to start businesses, hire professionals, and grow our economy.
I support eliminating the sales tax on services to reduce costs and encourage economic growth.
Reduce "Sin Taxes"
Taxes on products such as tobacco, vapor products, and alcohol often fall disproportionately on lower-income residents while generating increasingly unstable revenue.
I support reviewing these taxes and reducing excessive rates where appropriate, while ensuring that public health objectives remain part of the conversation.
Review Business & Occupation Taxes
Washington's Business & Occupation (B&O) Tax often requires businesses to pay taxes on gross revenue—even when they have little or no profit.
That structure can make it harder for entrepreneurs and small businesses to survive.
I support a comprehensive review of the B&O tax to identify reforms that encourage investment, job creation, and long-term economic growth.
Review Property Taxes
For many homeowners, property taxes continue to rise faster than household incomes.
For renters, increasing property taxes often contribute to higher housing costs.
I support reviewing state property tax policies to identify opportunities to provide meaningful relief while protecting essential local services.
Responsible Budgeting
Prioritize Before Spending
Every budget reflects priorities.
Before asking taxpayers for additional revenue, state government should first examine whether existing resources are being used effectively.
My approach to budgeting follows the same principles successful families and businesses use every day.
First, determine available revenue.
Second, identify essential responsibilities.
Third, prioritize spending.
Finally, evaluate programs based on measurable outcomes—not political popularity.
Government should regularly review existing programs to determine whether they continue delivering value to taxpayers.
Transparency & Accountability
Taxpayers Deserve to Know
Good government depends on public trust. That trust requires transparency.
I support making government easier to understand by expanding public access to:
- Budget information
- Spending reports
- Performance measurements
- Legislative voting records
- Public meeting materials
- Financial dashboards
Taxpayers shouldn't need to file public records requests simply to understand how their money is being spent.
Growing the Economy
Prosperity Creates Opportunity
Lower taxes alone are not enough.
Washington must also become one of the best places in America to start and grow a business.
That means:
- Streamlining permitting
- Reducing unnecessary regulations
- Encouraging entrepreneurship
- Supporting family-owned businesses
- Expanding workforce development
- Investing in infrastructure that supports commerce
- Promoting innovation and technology
Economic growth benefits everyone.
More businesses create more jobs. More jobs create more opportunities. More opportunities strengthen families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why focus on taxes?
Because affordability affects nearly every issue facing Washington families.
Lowering unnecessary tax burdens allows families to keep more of what they earn while encouraging economic growth.
Can taxes be reduced while maintaining essential services?
Yes—but it requires setting clear priorities, eliminating waste, improving efficiency, and evaluating whether programs are achieving measurable results before expanding government spending.
Does responsible government mean smaller government?
Not necessarily.
It means government that is effective, accountable, transparent, and focused on its core responsibilities.
Why should small businesses matter?
Small businesses create jobs, invest in local communities, support nonprofit organizations, and drive economic growth throughout Washington.
When small businesses succeed, communities succeed.
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