Citizens of Virginia should have the opportunity to receive the best healthcare services and human service that we can reasonably afford.
Filling the Insurance Gap:
Nearly 20 million Americans are currently uninsured. To combat this problem in Virginia, I have supported Family Access to Medical Insurance Security (FAMIS), a state program that helps children and pregnant women get needed medical care.
Women’s Reproductive Health:
The 4th Circuit Court recently confirmed that state governments have a legitimate interest in making sure that the health and safety of women are protected when they are seeking a legal abortion. That’s why I introduced legislation to make sure the same health and safety rules that regulate other ambulatory surgery centers are also applied to abortion clinics.
Mental Health:
As an attorney with experience in Virginia’s Mental Health system, I’ve seen firsthand the need for reform. I’ve been working since 2004 to help people with mental illness get the help they need to live healthy and productive lives.
