Issue Position: Affordable Healthcare and Attainable Housing

Statement

Colorado has no problem attracting residents, and for those of us that grew up here, like me, there is a lot that keeps us here. Yet, there is so much more that we need to do so that all of our residents can continue to live here and prosper from our state's opportunities.

Finding an affordable place to live is a monumental struggle for too many. This is especially true in both Routt and Eagle County but is also becoming the reality across the state. Our legislature cannot solve this problem on its own, but there is much more that it can be doing to help spur the availability of affordable housing. As long as we are doing it in the right way for every community, I will constantly be seeking ways to incentivize more affordable housing options through legislation. I will also be a strong and vocal partner at the Capitol for local communities who desire to provide more housing opportunities for the workers and families that need an affordable place to live in order to continue serving their communities.

Livability also includes knowing that health care will be accessible and affordable for all Coloradans. Eagle and Routt County residents pay the highest premiums in the state. No matter what the U.S. Congress and President are doing with health care, our state must act to help the residents of this district and the entire state have access to affordable health care. I will seek to join and continue bi-partisan efforts to reduce costs in the mountain regions and will always fight to protect everyone's right to health care regardless of your pre-existing conditions, gender, income, or any other barrier.

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