Issue Position: Tax Reform

Issue Position

Plain and simple, we tax too much and our tax code is too complicated. This puts a heavy burden on our families and small business. I'm concerned about families preparing for retirement and sending their children to college. It will take some out-of-the-box ideas, courage, and leadership, but with Republicans controlling the House, Senate and Presidency, now is the time to act.

I believe in the guiding principles established by Americans for Prosperity for tax reform:

Simplicity: Lower rates, fewer brackets, and the elimination of special loopholes, deductions and exemptions will make tax compliance easier and more affordable.

Efficiency: A broad-based, low-rate tax system is the most efficient way for the government to collect tax revenue while causing as little disruption to the economy as possible.

Equitability: Corporate welfare and special-interest handouts in the current tax code create an unfair, two tiered tax system and should be eliminated.

Predictability: Tax certainty is essential to a pro-growth tax system; no more short-term extenders or patches.

No New Burden on Taxpayers: Comprehensive tax reform must be done without placing new burdens on the American people.

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