I participate as a member on a variety of committees, affording me the access necessary to advocate for our local area. I am ranking member on the Land Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee and also serve as a member of the Local and International Affairs Committee. During my tenure, I have been fortunate to be selected to participate in a number of special interim committees that have impacted our environment, public health, and agriculture.
Gabaldon efforts are a testament to her dedication to rural Arizona I humbly ask for your vote to continue as your Arizona State Representative.
I support the Invest In Ed initiative. The Red for Ed movement, which brought thousands of frustrated educators to the Capitol, was one of the most powerful and inspiring movements I have ever seen. They’ve kept that momentum
Investment in the economic development of Southern Arizona benefits everyone. I will continue to address the funding needs for our roads and infrastructure. I will encourage the legislature to take advantage of the opportunity to capitalize on the improvements invested in the infrastructure of the State Route 189 Mariposa Rd. It is vital that we find revenue for much-needed road infrastructure, especially in rural communities. I supported the legislation to address the opioid epidemic and provided funding to treat Arizonans who are under-insured, to expand the Angel Initiative statewide, and improved our Good Samaritan law. We have saved lives; members of our communities can now get lifesaving Narcan kits or get connected to services, and people can call 911 for an overdose rather than run away. The bipartisan legislation will not solve the problem, but it will save lives.
I support the Outlaw Dirty Money initiative. We have the right to know who is trying to influence our elections and why. Transparency is the best way to restore faith in our political system. My priorities include funding our public education, infrastructure, and working toward obtaining sustainable water supplies. We must make sure that the gains we have made for our public schools are expanded and secured for the long haul. There is a fundamental need to improve our infrastructure; including rehabilitation of our roads and highways. We must all come together – Republicans and Democrats – and find a long-term solution to Arizona’s water needs. We have a great history of making smart, bi-partisan water policy, and our future depends on it. Serving as your State Representative has taught me to be humble because I have met the real heroes in our community; it has made me smarter because I have learned there is so much that I don’t know; and it has taught me to appreciate our community, because I have had the opportunity to meet you. I learned a lot more by listening than I ever did by speaking, so don’t be surprised when I want to hear about you and your needs.
ADVERTORIAL PAID FOR BY Elect Gabaldon for House. Authorized by Rosanna Gabaldon
Nogales International Meet the Canditates, General Election
October, 2018
I have served six-years at the House of Representatives and three-years on the Sahuarita Town Council. I also serve on the boards of several not-for-profit organizations and have a business background in retail and banking. My husband Arturo and I live in Sahuarita and are most proud of our son Andres.
I have introduced and sponsored several bills related to public safety, the environment, and public education. I have supported and advocated for bills that were important for our area and have worked on a variety of legislation with my colleagues. I am most proud of my advocacy and success at bringing attention for the funding of repairs needed to the Nogales IOI and Wash. I have been successful in bringing ideas from southern Arizona to the Capitol because that is what we need -- a little common sense and straight from the heart.
going with Invest In Ed. At the end of the day, the governor’s budget, while a step in the right direction, was not sufficient, sustainable or guaranteed. We need up to a billion dollars to make up for the cuts from our schools. A new dedicated revenue source offers a real, viable plan to get us there.
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