Since being elected to the Executive Council in 2014, I’ve worked tirelessly to make the North Country’s voice heard in Concord. I’ve driven over 120,000 miles throughout District 1 and have 100% Governor and Council meeting attendance. My focus as Executive Councilor is on three main issues:

Combating the Opioid Crisis: Last November in Newport, the Executive Council approved the special legislative session on comprehensive substance abuse legislation. I’ve also built relationships with regional treatment facilities.

Workforce and Economic Development: I’ve attended numerous business seminars and meetings with local businesses. I’ve collaborated with state, county, and federal government delegations to address business concerns.

Constituent Service: I’ve answered hundreds of constituent requests throughout District 1. I recently visited six locations in the Lake Sunapee-Kearsarge region to discuss the forest industry, management, and health during the New Hampshire Division of Forests and Lands 2015 Fall Field Tour. Sites included the Franklin Falls Flood Control Area in Hill and the Philbrick-Cricenti Bog in New London.

In the next two years I hope to help make progress on North Country workforce and economic development. I hope to build on the progress made in combating the opioid crisis and to help give front-line professionals the tools they need to do their jobs effectively. Lastly, I hope to keep expanding my constituent outreach program and to continue being a strong advocate for the North Country in Concord.