Issues

Pennsylvania's economic vitality hinges on a robust blue-collar workforce, capable of adapting to the modern challenges and opportunities presented by technological advancements. Recognizing the evolving landscape, my platform advocates for significant investment in apprenticeship programs and a strategic embrace of artificial intelligence (AI) to secure high-paying, sustainable jobs for Pennsylvanians. By offering tax credits and grants to businesses that support apprenticeships, we aim to revitalize industries that have long been the Commonwealth's backbone, while preparing our workforce for the future impacts of AI. This approach not only honors the hardworking individuals who built Pennsylvania but also positions us as a leader in energy production and innovation. Through these initiatives, we anticipate creating a ripple effect of economic benefits, reducing the tax burden for all residents and ensuring a prosperous future for the state.

Recognizing the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI), the campaign advocates for the strategic deployment of AI technologies across various sectors in Pennsylvania. The initiative aims to utilize AI to drive workforce development, enhance government operations, and reduce bureaucratic inefficiencies, all while ensuring ethical standards and protecting jobs. This approach includes:

1. Partnerships for Workforce Development: Collaborating with public universities and the private sector to identify AI's impact on employment and develop retraining programs for at-risk workers, ensuring Pennsylvania’s workforce remains competitive and adaptable.

2. AI in Government Efficiency: Implementing AI solutions to streamline state operations, from administrative processes to public services, aiming to eliminate waste and improve service delivery to Pennsylvanians.

3. Ethical and Responsible AI Use: Establishing guidelines to ensure AI technologies are used ethically, with a focus on enhancing human work without displacing jobs, and protecting citizens’ privacy and rights.

The goal is to position Pennsylvania as a leader in the ethical use of AI, fostering economic growth and innovation while safeguarding the workforce and public services.

The proposed approach to school choice in Pennsylvania aims to balance public support for education with the efficiencies of the free market, ensuring quality education for all while respecting taxpayer contributions. By requiring all taxpayers to support public K-12 education, we maintain a baseline of quality and accessibility. Additionally, parents and guardians would have the option to direct part of their tax contributions to non-public schools of their choice, introducing choice and competition into the education sector. This policy is complemented by the establishment of rigorous performance metrics and financial stability requirements for schools receiving taxpayer funds, ensuring accountability and high standards. The approach advocates for equitable access to quality education for all students, including those with special needs, by leveraging a diverse array of educational models and maintaining high standards of fiscal responsibility and academic achievement across all educational institutions.

Pennsylvania's strategy to reduce healthcare costs focuses on incentivizing healthcare providers to improve efficiency and quality, while regulating insurance companies to ensure fair pricing for consumers. By rewarding providers for lowering per capita costs without compromising care, and enforcing transparency and justification in insurance premiums, the aim is to balance sustainability with affordability. This approach promotes value-based care, enhances competition, and invests in preventative services, ultimately aiming to keep healthcare expenses manageable for both the system and the individual. The targeted incentives for providers and regulatory measures for insurers are designed to decrease per-member-per-month costs, making healthcare more accessible and reducing the financial burden on Pennsylvanians. Read More

Pennsylvania's plan to escalate energy production aims to leverage its rich natural resources and advanced technology for economic growth and sustainability. Emphasizing the enhancement of natural gas, coal, and the potential of nuclear power, the strategy not only aims to meet the rising energy demands, including those spurred by electric vehicles (EVs), but also positions the Commonwealth as a key energy exporter. This approach promises to generate significant economic benefits, potentially easing the tax burden for all residents through increased revenue. By advocating for responsible expansion and technological innovation in energy production, Pennsylvania seeks to ensure a prosperous, self-reliant future that capitalizes on its inherent strengths and resources. Read More

Our vision for Pennsylvania's infrastructure focuses on modernizing and enhancing the state's transportation systems to meet contemporary needs and future challenges. Central to our strategy is bolstering PennDOT's capabilities through increased funding, ensuring our roads, bridges, and highways are safe, efficient, and future-ready. We commit to a detailed analysis of infrastructure conditions to prioritize investments wisely and advocate for forward-thinking urban planning that accommodates evolving demographic and technological trends. Emphasizing the importance of adapting to green technologies, such as electric vehicles, our plan positions Pennsylvania as a leader in sustainable transportation. This multi-faceted approach is designed not just to repair but to reimagine our infrastructure, paving the way for a safer, more prosperous Pennsylvania. Read More

Recognizing Pennsylvania's unique challenge as a non-border state in tackling the opioid epidemic, our strategy emphasizes sophisticated surveillance and the dismantling of trafficking networks within the Commonwealth. Central to this approach is enhancing interagency collaboration for shared intelligence and resources, alongside specialized training for law enforcement to adapt to modern trafficking tactics. Emphasizing community engagement enables the identification and reporting of suspicious activities, crucial for disrupting the distribution chain of illegal opioids. Supporting legislative and judicial frameworks that allow for decisive action against traffickers, while leveraging federal support, underpins our efforts. This comprehensive strategy aims not only to mitigate the immediate impacts of opioid abuse but also to safeguard the future of Pennsylvania's communities by cutting off the supply at its source, ensuring a coordinated, effective response to the opioid crisis. Read More