Issue Position: Entitlement Reform

Issue Position

I want to ensure that those who have the least are not forgotten and do not fall through the bureaucratic cracks of government.

In order to do this, we must rid our entitlement systems of the fraud and abuse that has created addiction to large government.

In the first session, I joined many of my colleagues asking that we do simple things like putting pictures on LINK cards and making sure that those receiving benefits are not in prison and do not have active warrants out for their arrest. Because of the overwhelming power of the Speaker, these bills have yet to see the light of day for any discussion, debate, or vote.

In order to preserve the safety net, we have to make sure that those who are in need are the only ones benefiting from these programs. We also must work to provide employment opportunities…

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