Steve's Governing Principles
- Represent the people of our legislative district, not political parties or special interests;
- Maintain a balanced budget to allow government to help people, and people to have confidence in government;
- Pursue bipartisan decisions. They are always better and longer lasting;
- Emphasize education as the gateway to opportunity and prosperity;
- Work hard to set priorities and hold the line on taxes;
- Incorporate environmental protection as part of every decision;
- Empower local decision-making rather than state mandates. It is more responsive and trustworthy;
- Advance accountability and efficiency with every government program;
- Promote civility and respect for all people and perspectives;
- Conduct myself always with honesty and integrity