WHY VOTE FOR STEVE
Our Nation is divided. It’s a divide that didn’t happen overnight, rather it’s been building for several decades. Hyper-partisan rhetoric fills the airwaves creating more anger and division with each passing pundit opinion. America is not supposed to be this way. Disagreement is healthy as long as we can all agree on the same facts. Unfortunately misinformation and propaganda loom large, leaving no middle ground for Americans to meet. As a proud member of the United States Air Force, I dedicated my life to protecting and serving our country, and I recognize that now is the time to continue that service.
My military service began right after the tragic events of September 11, 2001. I enlisted in the Air Force in 2002 and completed tours of duty in Japan and Iceland, along with three deployments to Iraq. In 2007, my journey brought me to Hill AFB in Utah. Right away, I knew this state would be my home.
After ending my time in the Air Force, I transferred to the University of Utah where I pursued my passion for the life-sciences, completing a degree in biological anthropology with a minor in integrative human biology. I now work at Myriad Genetics – one of the nation’s leading organizations in genetic cancer research.
With my background in science and my love for Utah, I have the drive, experience, passion, and skill-set to help address the issues unique to the state. Having run two previous campaigns in Utah, I feel honored to once again participate in the American democratic process running for House District 18 in 2024!
STEVE's Platform
Improve the Quality, Funding, and Teacher Benefits of Utah’s Education System
Implementing better teacher benefits and incentive programs can help retain educators, reducing high turnover rates and positively impacting children's education. Additionally, creating programs to educate children on recognizing and debunking misinformation, alongside funding initiatives like a State Lottery in Utah, could provide substantial revenue for education and teacher incentives without raising taxes.
Clean Our Air Quality Along the Wasatch Front
The air quality along the Wasatch Front is amongst the worst in the nation. In the 21st century, humanity has outgrown our dependence on fossil fuels - Utah can do better investing in clean energy to not only help improve our air quality, but boost our local economy.
Turn Utah Into a Renewable Energy Leader
Lobbying for funds to develop clean energy technologies in Utah is pivotal in addressing the energy crisis and reducing dependence on fossil fuels, particularly given Utah's unique geographic features that exacerbate pollution. This investment not only promises new job opportunities but also holds the potential to significantly improve air quality along the Wasatch Front, while advancements in alternative fuel sources could revolutionize energy consumption nationwide.
Make Access to Better Healthcare and Mental Health Services More Readily Available
The access to decent healthcare - and essentially the right to live in some cases - should not be a privilege reserved only for the wealthy. We can do better as a state addressing healthcare worker shortages and benefits while making access to healthcare and mental health services better and more readily available.