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Issue Position: Reining in Government Spending

Issue Position

Date: Jan. 1, 2018
Issues: Government Budget and Spending

I don't fall into the trap of thinking that more tax money is always the answer. I believe the taxpayers in the 41st District are looking for someone who's vigilant about finding ways to cut waste and protect tax dollars - not a big spender who treats them like an ATM machine.

In my nine years as a township supervisor, I NEVER voted to raise property taxes.

In my experience developing budgets at the township level, instead of simply raising taxes, we did what every household does -- we looked at our expenses and income and then prioritized our spending. With some courage and concerted effort, East Hempfield Township is now on very solid financial footing. It is my firm belief that State government should be operated the same way, and that is the way I have approached the state budget.


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