I’ve worn the uniform of a United States Marine and the gear of a Firefighter/EMT. I know the weight of the job, and I’ve seen the toll it takes when the sirens stop and the barracks go quiet. For too long, our veterans and first responders have been left to fight their darkest battles alone.

The ‘Stand By Our Heroes Act‘ is my commitment to ensuring that no one who serves our country or our community is ever left behind. This legislation will provide direct, accessible mental health resources, crisis intervention, and peer-to-peer support networks specifically designed for the unique traumas of service. We stood by our country; it’s time our country stood by us.