At the heart of what it is to be an American is the recognition that no matter how difficult the problem we face, hard work will help us pull through.
We need to expand the DNA databank to require more criminals to provide DNA samples. Through expansion more offenders will be convicted of the crimes they committed, which will allow victims and their families peace of mind.
When policy makers talk about job growth, there are varying opinions on how to go about achieving this goal. In recent months, we witnessed federal stimulus dollars of historic proportions pour into our economy to try to help kick start job creation.
Last week was a big week for our region. I am relieved that we are finally drawing the 2010-11 budget process to a close. It has not been easy. We all want an on-time budget, but the struggle here was making sure that our priorities are addressed in that budget.
Earlier this month, our state law changed to improve voting opportunity and procedures for the military. I was pleased to support this legislation in the Assembly. The new law allows military to be able to cast their vote in a time frame which allows their ballot to be counted.
As I write this column in advance of legislative session on Monday, when we will have to consider another budget extender, it is still uncertain what the final outcome will be. Some are pushing to shut down state government as a means to force a budget agreement.
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