Issue Position: Public Safety

Issue Position

"Safety and security in our homes, neighborhoods and communities is an issue that must be a priority for all elected officials and it certainly is for me. I have consistently advocated for additional public safety resources as well as funding and legislation that is important to the women and men that keep our families safe. Throughout my life, I have been a supporter of law enforcement personnel that risk their lives to serve and protect our communities. I believe strongly in community policing and believe that our neighborhoods are best served when we foster a respectful, positive relationship between citizens and first responders. As a Senator, I have built relationships with members of law enforcement and have listened to their concerns and have advocated for their priorities, including key provisions of the safe communities act that were supported by police chiefs throughout the Commonwealth. I am proud to have played a role in securing a dedicated funding stream for police training after hearing the frustrations of Chiefs from throughout our region."

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