Colorado State House District 44 candidate Q&A
Bob Henry
Democratic Party
AGE
55
RESIDENCE
Parker
PROFESSION
Home Inpsections
EDUCATION
BA Journalism, Butler University
EXPERIENCE
Small business owner
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What are your top three priorities for the next legislative session?
Water, renewable energy, school funding
The chamber may see split Democrat-Republican control next year. On what issues do you see common ground with the opposite party?
immigration, water
What perspective or background would you bring to the chamber that is currently missing?
Using government to create vehicle for new and innovative building materials such as hemp, and techniques such as ways to improve water storage, and incorporating renewable energy into all building projects.
What more can the state legislature do to ease housing costs across Colorado?
I don’t know if the state can do much about housing costs but it can require builders to develop low income housing along with traditional housing.
Do you support the current law on fentanyl possession and resources for treatment?
Yes.
Anthony Hartsook
Republican Party
AGE
RESIDENCE
Parker
PROFESSION
Retired Army Officer
EDUCATION
Master’s in Administration, Bachelor of Science in Biology
EXPERIENCE
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What are your top three priorities for the next legislative session?
1. Reducing government spending and overreach. The economy is one of the most pressing concerns for families and small businesses.
2. Improving education choice and parental rights. Parents are responsible for their children, and they should have the opportunity for school choice. Parents should be involved in reviewing the curriculum and schools should focus on proficiency in subjects like reading, writing, math, and science. Political agendas do not belong in the classroom.
3. Improving public safety and relationships between the public and law enforcement. Funding for public safety is essential for businesses, families, and school security.
The chamber may see split Democrat-Republican control next year. On what issues do you see common ground with the opposite party?
Education and the economy. We must provide parents and kids with choices for education. Test scores have dropped significantly. All education options must be leveraged to provide opportunities for parents and kids to catch up on the missed education during Covid.
We must reduce taxes, fees, and regulations on small businesses and families to create growth and prosperity. Everyone is struggling due to increasing inflation. Many businesses cannot get key products for their sales and services. We must expect people to work instead of taxpayer funded government bailouts.
What perspective or background would you bring to the chamber that is currently missing?
My extensive leadership experience has been honed from working with a vast and diverse group of people across the United States and around the world. It is reflected from serving 26 years in the US Army; negotiating contracts and creating partnerships in business development; teaching and coaching kids throughout my career. My background provides a broad perspective and a mindset to get the job done.
What more can the state legislature do to ease housing costs across Colorado?
We can reduce the volume of regulatory requirements for building permits. We can revise regulations and statutes that affect construction defects in condominiums and townhomes to provide more entry level housing. Coordinated long-term planning for infrastructure to support increased homes will help reduce costs and follow-on expenditures for daily living.
Do you support the current law on fentanyl possession and resources for treatment?
No. There must be consequences for drug abuse and selling drugs. The more detrimental the drug, then the more severe consequences should be incurred. We must hold criminals and drug abusers accountable and responsible for their actions. Drug abuse requires strict treatment with clear steps and goals to achieve. Criminals belong in prison.
John Sutton has not returned the questionnaire.
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How candidate order was determined: A lot drawing was held at the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office on Aug. 3 to determine the general election ballot order for major and minor party candidates. Colorado law (1-5-404, C.R.S.) requires that candidates are ordered on the ballot in three tiers: major party candidates followed by minor party candidates followed by unaffiliated candidates. Within each tier, the candidates are ordered by a lot drawing with the exception of the office of Governor and Lt. Governor, which are ordered by the last name of the gubernatorial candidate.
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