I currently live in eastern Laramie County and have lived here for 10 years. I have lived in Wyoming since 2005 and was born in Victoria, TX.

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I grew up on a cattle ranch, an experience that led me to Texas Tech University, where I earned a degrees in Range Science, focusing my graduate research on prescribed fire and grazing. Today, my husband, Jason, and I own and operate our ranch in Laramie County and a consulting company. Through consulting, I provide expertise in agriculture, conservation, and policy. Before focusing on our businesses, I served as Executive Director of the Wyoming Stock Growers Land Trust and as a policy advisor to former Wyoming Governor Matt Mead. I’ve also worked with the Western Landowners Alliance, the WY Department of Agriculture, the Agricultural Research Service, and Northwest College. Across these roles, I’ve worked to keep working lands productive and economically viable. The values that guide this work—practical problem solving, respect for local knowledge, and a commitment to community—have broad application beyond land management and would serve me well in the legislature.

Wyoming is built on hard work, strong communities, and the responsible use of our natural resources. We face real challenges — from pressures on our core industries to the need for a more resilient, diverse economy and the increasing outmigration of our young people. But these challenges also create opportunities to strengthen what we already do well and build new pathways that keep our kids and grandkids here at home. As a legislator, I would bring my experience working with landowners, businesses, and local governments to support the industries that define Wyoming while encouraging thoughtful growth and diversification. Our future depends on good jobs, strong schools, and communities where families can put down roots and thrive. I believe we can honor the values that make Wyoming what it is while building something that lasts — an economy that works for working people, an education system that prepares the next generation, and communities that remain resilient and connected.

The rising cost of healthcare and the difficulty of accessing services are real challenges for Wyoming families, especially in rural communities. We need reforms that reduce costs, expand access, and meet people where they are. The Legislature can help by exploring opportunities such as expanded telemedicine, increasing the number of providers, and strengthening home health and in home support options. As a legislator, I would work closely with the members of the 2026 Health Insurance Affordability Task Force and other partners to fully understand the barriers Wyoming citizens face and to develop practical solutions to deliver the quality healthcare our communities deserve.

I do not support broad efforts to sell or transfer Wyoming’s public lands. Our federal lands provide real value to the people of this state — from recreation and hunting to livestock grazing and mineral development. I support the multiple use concept and would continue working to ensure these lands remain productive, accessible working lands. Wyoming’s state trust lands are also an important asset, offering open space, recreation, grazing opportunities, and critical revenue for our schools. While I oppose sweeping efforts to dispose of public or state lands, I recognize there may be individual situations where selling or transferring a parcel is clearly in the best interest of Wyoming’s people and those opportunities should be carefully considered. I believe in keeping working lands working and understand the balance required across our state to manage them responsibly for future generations.

Property taxes must be continually refined so people can afford to buy homes, stay in their homes, and build equity and pride of place. At the same time, I recognize that every Wyoming county depends on a different mix of revenue, and our core industries—as well as efforts to diversify our economy—rely on stable, predictable local funding. Taxes play a critical role in maintaining the infrastructure we depend on: roads, schools, emergency services, and more. Wyoming is a revenue generating state, and we must continue supporting programs that strengthen our economy and serve our communities well. I am not interested in raising taxes, but I do believe we need honest, informed conversations about how we provide relief while keeping counties functional. That means exploring responsible adjustments that help homeowners who need relief—without jeopardizing essential services.

The Legislature plays an important role in strengthening economic development. At the forefront of that role is creating clear, consistent processes and regulations so businesses have confidence when they look to Wyoming. We should streamline and reduce cumbersome regulations and permitting timelines that slow down investment. Economic development also depends on maintaining and improving critical infrastructure and supporting workforce development so Wyoming has the skilled workers our industries need. Careful investment of state revenues through a balanced budget is essential to sustaining these efforts over the long term. When these pieces work together—predictable regulations, strong infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and responsible budgeting—they have the potential to positively stimulate Wyoming’s economy. I can be part of the solution by helping create a stable, reliable environment that encourages growth while protecting taxpayers.

I appreciate every campaign donation because it represents trust in the work I’m doing and the future we’re building for Wyoming. When someone chooses to give, they’re partnering in a vision—not trying to influence it. I take that seriously. Currently, I do not see a need to revise Wyoming’s system for monitoring campaign donations and expenditures.