I support closing the terror watch list loophole and the background check loophole that currently allows people to buy weapons at gun shows and online without any security checks. I would have supported the special session proposed just recently to send our legislators back to Tallahassee to debate and pass these common sense gun policies.

I believe in the equal and fair treatment of all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation. I would support legislation that protects these civil rights for all residents and feel that Florida’s nondiscrimination laws should be updated to fit these needs.

As a legislator, I would prioritize ensuring that teachers have the resources they need to teach at their highest potential. It is important to focus on a student as an individual and not on excessive testing, as it is not always the best way to assess every child's needs. If we continue to teach only to a test, many children who do not test well will continue to be systematically held back.

As long as economic incentives are not riding on the backs of Florida taxpayers, I would support these initiatives to expand job creation. It is important to not only help new businesses, but take care of our small businesses here at home.

Government records should only be withheld if it has to do with litigation, until the litigation is over, then it should be made free to everyone.