I believe in a government that works for everyone.
My Platform
Address Our Housing Crisis & Restore Property Tax Fairness for Homeowners.
As our state faces inevitable population growth, the cost of housing is increasing and outpacing wages. It’s the start of an eviction and housing epidemic much like our neighboring states. However, unlike our neighbors we still have time to get ahead of the problem and need to start coming up with state-centered solutions to support communities’ efforts to prevent and end homelessness. This is my area of expertise and would be my focus in the Capitol. Property tax reform, landlord-tenant policies, and boosting our housing stock are just a few of my plans.
Invest in Public Education.
My mom taught in Idaho’s schools for 30 years, and I saw first-hand how limited our schools’ funding mechanisms are. Quality, public education for our kids is something everyone should be able to get around. I hope to bring some common sense solutions to the table to get Idaho to commit to educating our kids better. Did you know supplemental levies have to foot the bill for 30% of our public education system? Fully funding public education at the state level will also help lower property taxes.
Reform Our Criminal Justice System.
The effects of the criminal justice system ripple out and affect thousands of families around our state, preventing people from moving on to find housing and employment. Our policies are causing our state’s prisons to overcrowd and local governments are paying the bills. There are many opportunities to implement reforms that make our criminal justice system more fair, restorative, and humane. Juvenile Justice Courts and Drug Courts are just a couple of examples of good policy that have already reaped many benefits for the state and people.
Preserve Open Spaces.
I grew up enjoying Idaho’s lands and our state’s beauty is embedded in my bones. I’m committed to protecting our open spaces. I've worked abroad to protect communities as out-of-state companies attempted land grabs, and our state is facing a similar threat from outside investors. I hope to implement greater protections for our public lands, keeping them accessible and open to Idaho’s people.
Uplift Our Economy.
The state economy is in the midst of unprecedented growth, and we have an opportunity to bring revenue into our state and make investments that will reap dividends in the future. I plan to work with local small businesses to identify ways the state can better support them, and policies we can implement to bring in new industries to employ Idahoans.
Expand Affordable Health Care Options.
Through my work in the nonprofit sector, I’ve seen too many families struggle with physical and mental health, which impacts their ability to thrive. Medicaid expansion was a great first step, but I will support new solutions at the state level that ensure our neighbors get access to the quality health care resources they need.
I’d love to know what’s most important to you. Email me to let me know what your priorities are at ali@aliforidaho.com
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