The oldest highway in the nation runs through the Show Me State. As we are the Gateway to the West, it is evident that our roads get frequently used by tourists, travelers, and every one of us. However, while the safety and maintenance of our roadways is a huge concern to me, I firmly believe we need to be more fiscally conservative with how we are using our tax dollars. As your State Representative, I will look at ways to keep our bridges, roads, and highways safe in the most fiscally conservative manner possible.