The pandemic exposed what working families already knew: our work and family policies are broken. No one should have to choose between a paycheck and caring for a child, a parent, or themselves.

Paid leave, paid sick days, and affordable child and elder care are not perks; they are basic economic infrastructure that improve public health, workplace productivity, and economic stability. I believe Congress must modernize our policies so every worker can care for their family without fear of losing their job or falling behind financially. 

I support paid family and sick leave, guaranteed paid sick days, and restoring the expanded Child Tax Credit that cut child poverty nearly in half. A national standard ensures all workers are protected, regardless of where they live or work. I also support lowering child care costs, expanding Pre-K, and ensuring care workers earn fair pay and have the right to organize.

Support Parents:

• We must be a country that supports parents and children so they can thrive, not just survive.

• Parents in Texas-35 are struggling with child care costs that often exceed their rent. That pushes families into debt and keeps people out of the workforce.

To live up to that value, we must:

• Paid Family and Sick Leave for all

• Restore the expanded Child Tax Credit. Cut child poverty by nearly half. 

• Increase child care subsidies and availability. 

• Support early childhood educators with fair pay.

• Expand Pre-K access for working families.

Together:

If we take these steps, families will have economic stability, children will have better educational opportunities, and parents will be able to return to work with confidence.