What does Josh stand for?

Reproductive Freedoms:

Every person deserves the right to make their own healthcare decisions. I will protect access to safe abortion, contraception, and family planning and fight back against barriers that put healthcare out of reach.

Public Lands:

Montana’s public lands are our heritage. I oppose transferring federal lands to state control, which too often means privatization and lost access. I support responsible development that protects clean air, clean water, and open spaces for future generations.

LGBTQ+ Rights:

Discrimination has no place in Montana. I support strong protections in employment, housing, education, and public spaces for LGBTQ+ Montanans, ensuring everyone can live with dignity and safety.

Public Education:

Public funds belong in public schools. I oppose vouchers and tax breaks for private and charter schools. I will fight for full funding, support for teachers, and classrooms that are safe and inclusive for every student.

Union Representation:

Strong unions mean strong communities. I stand with workers fighting for fair wages, safe conditions, and the right to organize. Montana’s future depends on protecting the people who keep our economy moving.

Pragmatic Issues:

These are issues that Josh is willing to work on with anyone with a good idea, regardless of party affiliation…

Property Tax Relief:

Rising property taxes are squeezing families. I will push for fair, balanced reforms that protect homeowners without undermining vital public services.

Housing Availability & Affordability:

We need more affordable homes for working families. I support investments in affordable housing, incentives for responsible building, and sensible rules for short-term rentals so more long-term units return to local residents.

Healthcare:

Access to healthcare should never depend on income or zip code. I support Medicaid expansion, oppose rollbacks, and will work to expand care in rural and urban Montana.

Fair Share Income Taxation:

Our tax system should work for working families. I support repealing upper-income tax breaks, which gave huge breaks to the wealthy. Redirecting the $200 million in yearly savings will help fund schools, infrastructure, and essential services.

Climate Change Policy:

Montana is already feeling the effects of climate change. I support a transition to renewable energy, carbon pricing, and climate adaptation policies that protect vulnerable communities.

Local Government Control:

Communities know their needs best. I believe in giving towns and counties more authority over taxes, infrastructure, public health, and environmental stewardship instead of centralizing power in Helena.