For IL State Rep. District 21

Issues That Matter In District 21

When I knocked doors across our community, families talked about the same concerns:

• The rising cost of living
• Property taxes
• Safer neighborhoods
• Strong schools
• Good jobs

Here’s where I stand and how I plan to help.

Property Taxes

Illinois homeowners are paying some of the highest property taxes in the country, forcing families and seniors out of the neighborhoods they love.

My Focus

Lower the burden on homeowners and bring transparency to local spending.

My Plan

• Increase the state's share of school funding so property taxes don't carry the entire load
• Cap runaway property tax assessments
• Audit local taxing bodies to eliminate waste
• Reward municipalities that consolidate services to save taxpayers money

A New Idea

Tax Transparency Dashboard

A simple online tool showing exactly where local tax dollars go.

Health Care

Too many families must choose between health care, groceries, and rent.

My Focus

Affordable care and stronger preventive health programs.

My Plan

• Protect Medicaid for children, seniors, and vulnerable residents
• Expand mental health services in schools and communities
• Lower prescription drug costs through bulk purchasing
• Expand telehealth for working families

A New Idea

Department of Happiness

A pro people focused initiative to make wellness program more accessible. Learn more here.

Jobs

Too many people feel like they must leave Illinois to find good opportunities.

My Focus

Support small businesses and create good-paying local jobs.

My Plan

• Expand apprenticeship and trade programs
• Attract manufacturing, logistics, and clean energy jobs
• Support workers' rights to fair wages and benefits
• Simplify taxes and paperwork for small businesses

A New Idea

Made in 21 Initiative

Promote products and services created in District 21.

Education

Schools are too dependent on property taxes while teachers and families feel stretched.

My Focus

Strong schools without overburdening homeowners.

My Plan

• Fully fund public education
• Reduce property tax dependence for school funding
• Expand career and technical education programs
• Increase student mental health resources

A New Idea

Career Bus Program

Mobile career labs introducing students to trades and local careers.

Immigration

Immigrant families are a vital part of our community but often struggle with access to services and opportunity.

My Focus

Integration, fairness, and economic opportunity.

My Plan

• Protect families from discrimination
• Expand English language education
• Streamline professional licensing for immigrants
• Support safe and legal immigration pathways

A New Idea

Fast-Track Licensing Task Force

Help qualified immigrants quickly join the workforce.

Public Safety

Residents want safer neighborhoods while maintaining trust between communities and law enforcement.

My Focus

Smart policing and strong community relationships.

My Plan

• Support police training and mental health resources
• Invest in youth programs and mentorship
• Strengthen community policing
• Target illegal firearms and violent crime

A New Idea

Walk & Talk Wednesdays

Monthly community walks with police and residents.

CONTACT

Campaign HQ

2504 Keystone Ave

North Riverside, IL 60546

Contact Info

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