Building a Stronger Southland

Mental Health

Mental health is essential to the well-being of every community. Debbie is committed to expanding access to quality mental health and addiction services, increasing awareness, supporting early intervention, and ensuring individuals and families can access the care they need when they need it most.

Supporting Seniors

Our seniors deserve to age with dignity, independence, and security. Debbie is committed to protecting programs that support older adults, improving access to healthcare and transportation, expanding property tax relief opportunities, and connecting seniors with the services they have earned.

Property Tax Relief

Homeownership should remain within reach for hardworking families and seniors. Debbie is committed to pursuing fair, transparent property tax policies while helping residents access exemptions and relief programs that ease the financial burden on homeowners.

Constituent Services

Debbie believes that effective representation begins with exceptional service. Her office is committed to being accessible, responsive, and solution-oriented—helping residents navigate state agencies, connect with valuable resources, and resolve issues that impact their daily lives.

Violence Prevention & Public Safety

Every family deserves to feel safe in their neighborhood. Debbie supports comprehensive approaches to public safety by strengthening partnerships between law enforcement, community organizations, educators, and local leaders while investing in prevention programs that address the root causes of violence.

Economic Development & the South Suburban Airport

A strong economy creates stronger communities. Debbie supports responsible economic development that attracts new businesses, creates quality jobs, improves infrastructure, and expands opportunities throughout the Southland. She also recognizes the transformative potential of the South Suburban Airport as a catalyst for regional growth, job creation, and long-term investment while ensuring local communities have a voice throughout its development.

Education

Every child deserves access to a high-quality education and every student deserves the opportunity to succeed. Debbie supports strong public schools, workforce development, higher education, and lifelong learning opportunities that prepare students for successful futures.

Community Partnerships

Lasting change happens when communities work together. Debbie believes the strongest solutions are built through collaboration and has made partnership a cornerstone of her leadership. By working alongside local governments, schools, nonprofit organizations, businesses, faith leaders, healthcare providers, and community stakeholders, she brings people together to address challenges, strengthen neighborhoods, and improve the quality of life across the Southland.