Under Governor Beshear’s leadership, Kentucky has seen historic economic growth and we have a real chance to build on that momentum. I’m fighting for good-paying jobs, strong worker protections, and the dignity of a secure retirement. Jobs are more than paychecks, they’re about the families they support and the futures they create. That’s why I’ve voted to keep workers safe and filed legislation to let cities set their own wage and labor standards—because local communities know what’s best. I’ll keep standing with working Kentuckians, not wealthy corporations, to build an economy that works for all of us. 

Every Kentuckian deserves affordable, life-saving care and the freedom to make personal medical decisions without government interference. I passed legislation to lower drug costs and introduced the Compassionate Care Act to give mothers more options during nonviable pregnancies. I’ve also fought to protect our veterans and ensure they receive the care and benefits they’ve earned. I’ll keep working to build a system that puts patients first and defends your right to make decisions about your health. 

Everyone deserves a place to call home, but Kentucky’s housing shortage is pushing prices out of reach for working families. Homes are getting harder to find and afford, especially when investors buy up neighborhoods before Kentuckians even get a fair shot. That’s why I introduced a bill giving local families the first opportunity to purchase a home before big businesses can swoop in. Houses aren’t just investments, they’re where we raise kids and build our futures. I’m committed to real solutions so families can afford to put down roots. 

Every child deserves a great education and a safe place to learn. I’ve voted for legislation to protect our kids and will keep fighting to raise teacher pay so we can keep our best educators here in Kentucky. I’m also proud to work with Governor Beshear on expanding access to childcare and delivering Pre-K for All—so every child starts strong, and parents can get back to work knowing their kids are learning and growing. Our schools should prepare every child for success in the classroom, the workforce, and in life. 

As a combat veteran, I know the sacrifices our service members and their families make—and I’m committed to making Kentucky the most military and veteran-friendly state in the nation. In the legislature, I helped pass a law ensuring Kentucky’s National Guard troops and their families receive the honors and benefits they’ve earned.  As the founder and chair of the bipartisan Veterans Caucus, I bring together leaders from government and veteran service organizations to craft bold, meaningful legislation. Our heroes deserve more than thanks—they deserve action.  

Kentucky has a proud legacy as an energy leader, powered for generations by coal.  But while other states modernized, we fell from 1st to 24th in energy costs over the last two decades. To stay competitive, we need a modern, all-of-the-above strategy that includes renewables, natural gas, and emerging technologies. I’m pushing legislation to modernize our grid, attract clean energy investment, and keep Kentucky at the forefront of American energy. We can lower utility bills, create good-paying jobs, and protect our environment while honoring our legacy and building a stronger future. 

Our government should help Kentuckians thrive, not hold them back. I’m focused on making it more effective and responsive by cutting red tape and investing in what really matters like housing, healthcare, and new opportunities for working families. I filed a bill to launch a veteran entrepreneur program because I believe government can open doors for those ready to build something new. Your state government should work for you when you need it and get out of your way when you don’t. That’s the future I’m fighting for.