Issues

Public education is the foundation for the success of future generations. Amanda credits the Cherokee Headstart program, a well-funded public education system and access to higher education through the Cherokee Valedictorian Scholarship for her success. An adjunct professor at OSU, Amanda comes from a long line of teachers, including her aunts, sisters and mother who is among the longest serving teachers in Oklahoma, currently in her 53rd year of teaching. Amanda has stood with public educators her whole life, walking out with her Mom in 1990 to force the passage of House Bill 1017 and again with her family in 2018 to advocate for a teacher pay raise. Amanda is committed to standing up against politicians like Ryan Walters, who are politicizing our classrooms and will work to address the real problems facing our teachers, students and public education system. Amanda Supports: Funding Increase for our Students and a Pay Raise for our Teachers Keeping Public Dollars in Public Schools Advocating for the Expansion of Head Start Programs

A thriving economy is essential for the prosperity of every Oklahoman. As a small business owner, Amanda knows sustainable growth must prioritize community needs while fostering opportunities for Oklahomans. Amanda knows we must support hard-working Oklahomans by addressing the rising cost of living. She supports increasing the minimum wage and taking action on skyrocketing housing costs. In House District 71, residents are struggling as rent prices climb, utility rates hit record highs, and homeowners face some of the highest insurance costs in the country. Oklahomans deserve an economy that works for them. Amanda will prioritize policy that helps our neighbors and work to make sure every Oklahoman can retire with dignity. Amanda Supports: Addressing the Affordable Housing Crisis Increasing the Minimum Wage Prioritizing Policy that addresses the rising cost of insurance

Women in Oklahoma deserve better. The state ranks dead last for women and has the most restrictive abortion laws in the country. As a Planned Parenthood Great Plains board member and endorsed by Planned Parenthood Great Plains Votes , Amanda has been on the front lines fighting for reproductive rights and access to essential healthcare. Oklahoma’s near-total abortion ban has denied women life-saving care. Amanda will fight for Oklahoma to be a place where it is safe to be pregnant and give birth. The challenges don’t stop at healthcare. Women in Oklahoma earn just 83 cents for every dollar earned by men, one in five adult women lacks health insurance, and working mothers struggle to find affordable childcare. Amanda is committed to policies ensuring women can make their own healthcare decisions, access quality medical care, and equal economic opportunities. It’s time for leadership that prioritizes the well-being and success of Oklahoma’s women. Amanda Supports: Restoring Access to Reproductive Healthcare and Abortion Services Provide Equal Economic Opportunities and Encourage Women Entrepreneurs Programs to increase access and affordability of childcare

Access to clean, safe drinking water is essential for the health and well-being of every Oklahoman. As a longtime advocate for responsible stewardship, Amanda knows that protecting our environment is key to ensuring a reliable water supply for future generations. Amanda understands that Oklahoma’s water sources are under threat from pollution, drought, and mismanagement. She supports stronger protections for our rivers, lakes, and groundwater while ensuring that infrastructure investments keep our drinking water clean and plentiful. House District 71 residents deserve safe water free from harmful contaminants, and Amanda will fight to safeguard this critical resource. Oklahomans deserve a future where clean water is never in doubt. Amanda will prioritize policies that protect our environment, invest in sustainable water solutions, and guarantee that every community has access to safe drinking water. Amanda Supports: Strengthening Protections for Oklahoma’s Water Sources Investing in Water Infrastructure and Sustainability Protecting our Environment for Future Generations

Oklahoma ranks among the worst states for mental health services and overall health outcomes. A lack of access to care, a severe shortage of healthcare workers, limited end-of-life and elder care and inadequate support for caregivers create a ripple effect that burdens patients and families. As a caregiver for her Dad, who passed away in 2019 after a battle with cancer, Amanda experienced firsthand the struggles many Oklahomans face daily to care for a sick loved one and navigate the gaps in the healthcare system. Health care isn’t a partisan issue - it’s a human one. Every Oklahoma deserves access to quality health care, mental health services, and support needed to care for a sick loved one. Amanda Supports: Address the shortage of Mental Health Professionals to Expand Services. Safeguard Reproductive Rights and ensure Pregnancy is safe Expand Access to Home Healthcare Services and support for caregivers Increase Funding for Hospice and Palliative Care Programs

Oklahoma ranks among the worst states for mental health services and overall health outcomes. A lack of access to care, a severe shortage of healthcare workers, limited end-of-life and elder care and inadequate support for caregivers create a ripple effect that burdens patients and families. As a caregiver for her Dad, who passed away in 2019 after a battle with cancer, Amanda experienced firsthand the struggles many Oklahomans face daily to care for a sick loved one and navigate the gaps in the healthcare system. Health care isn’t a partisan issue - it’s a human one. Every Oklahoma deserves access to quality health care, mental health services, and support needed to care for a sick loved one. Amanda Supports: Address the shortage of Mental Health Professionals to Expand Services. Safeguard Reproductive Rights and ensure Pregnancy is safe Expand Access to Home Healthcare Services and support for caregivers Increase Funding for Hospice and Palliative Care Programs

Every Oklahoman deserves a safe and stable home. Amanda is committed to working with Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols and city leaders to end homelessness by 2030, ensuring every resident has access to the support they need. Housing insecurity is driven by rising costs, lack of affordable housing, and gaps in mental health and addiction services. In House District 71, too many families are on the brink due to skyrocketing rent and weak safety nets. By partnering with the City of Tulsa and community leaders, Amanda will push for policies that expand affordable housing, increase funding for support services, and remove barriers to securing permanent housing. Oklahomans deserve a future where no one is left without a home. Amanda will work alongside Mayor Nichols to tackle homelessness and create lasting solutions. Amanda Supports: Expanding Affordable Housing Options Strengthening Housing Assistance Programs Working with Municipalities and State Leaders to End Homelessness