Agriculture & Rural Development
As a member of the House Committee on Agriculture, I’m fighting each and every day for our region’s agricultural community.
Bipartisanship
Putting middle class families first is my top priority, and that’s why I will work with anyone, Democrat or Republican, if it is in the best interest of the people of our region.
Education
As the proud mother of three sons who graduated from public schools, I understand how important it is to make sure that all of our children have the opportunity to get a high-quality education. Itâ...
Energy and Environment
There’s no doubt that energy production plays a major factor in our economy, but it also plays a critical role in ensuring our environmental well-being.
Fiscal Responsibility
The current budget deficit, created by generations of lawmakers in Washington, is a serious problem that did not get created overnight and will not get solved overnight either. But by working tog...
Government Accountability
When I worked as an investigative journalist in the Quad-Cities, I took my watchdog role for the families we served very seriously. That’s the same approach I take to the work that I do every...
Health Care
Health care is a deeply personal issue to me. My sister-in-law, Barb, died several years ago without health insurance. Barb and her husband both worked full-time, but they couldn’t afford health ...
Illinois & Local Issues
When I decide whether to support a bill, fight for an economic development project or lend my support to a proposal, the first question I ask is “how will this affect Illinois.”
Jobs, Economy & Small Business
For me, there’s nothing more important than making sure we’re doing all we can to grow Illinois’ economy by creating an economic environment where businesses can succeed. But, as ...
Medicare and Social Security
Medicare and Social Security are sacred trusts that we must protect. Our seniors have worked hard to retire with dignity and I will always stand up for them.
Standing Up For Women
As a working mom who raised three sons, I know from experience that women’s issues really are family issues.
Transportation & Infrastructure
If we want to attract new employers to our region and create more good-paying jobs, we must strengthen our infrastructure system.
Veterans & Armed Forces
After more than a decade at war and with ISIS terrorists doing everything in their power to spread violence across the globe, America must be both tough and smart to ensure our national security. I...