Issues
Agriculture
Farmers in Kern County produce the vegetables, fruits, and nuts that feed the nation. I am committed to our farmers and will make sure that they have the necessary resources to not only feed the country, but to feed the rest of the world. Learn more about my views on this issue.Economy
The American spirit continues to be the most important factor in global commerce. However, Washington continues to burden American business with regulation while using taxpayer money to fund inefficient programs. We must slash regulation, increase transparency, and provide leadership to manage out-of-control spending and a staggering multi-trillion dollar national debt. Learn more about my views on this issue.Education
The American education system must give our children the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in an increasingly competitive world. We must encourage our children to reach for their dreams, and we will continue to invest in our nation’s schools while remaining cognizant of the critical role parents play in the development of our youth. Learn about my work in Congress on Education issues.Energy
Kern County is one of the country’s leaders in oil and natural gas production. In order to reduce our dependence on foreign fuel, I will continue to fight for common sense solutions to meet our energy needs. Such solutions require that the United States promote economic growth by continuing to invest in domestic energy sources, especially those in California. Simultaneously, we must continue to develop alternative fuel sources that will produce new jobs for the 21st century. Learn more about my views on this issue.Foreign Affairs
The United States faces many challenges in the world today. Congress must contribute to the crafting of an effective foreign policy agenda that defends our nation’s values, allies, and interests while remaining accountable to the American people. Learn my views on Foreign Affairs issues.Government Spending
America's families have reached unsurpassed levels of prosperity with ingenuity and innovation. However, Washington continues to operate under the faulty policy of throwing more taxpayer money at inefficient programs.
Health Care
American families should be able to make their own decisions regarding their health care. Market-based solutions encourage competition by offering a variety of affordable options to suit somebody's specific needs. We need to ensure the financial stability of Medicare so that American seniors continue to have access to the most modern medicine available. Learn more about my views on this issue.Immigration
As a nation founded by immigrants, we should to continue embrace the hardworking individuals who come to the United States legally. However, we should not reward those who break our laws with amnesty. To reduce the preponderance of illegal persons, we must enforce existing immigration laws while simultaneously securing our porous borders. Learn more about my views.National Security
Congress must uphold one of its primary functions which is to provide for the common defense. We need to ensure that proper measures are taken to protect the lives and freedom during times of unconventional acts of terror. Our district is well engaged in protecting this nation as many of us work to make our nation strong and secure. Learn more about my views on this issue.Social Security
Congress can make the needed reforms to Social Security to give our children and grandchildren a brighter retirement future. Under current law, our children will pay Social Security, but when they retire, the Social Security Trustees estimate that our children will not receive their fair share.