Steve Zipperman

Environment / Energy As our population continues to expand, and our water resources face limitations, it is crucial to implement a comprehensive strategy that combines water and growth management at both local and state levels. Local authorities are uniquely positioned to address immediate and specific community needs, making them indispensable in prioritizing critical issues. Nevertheless, seamless communication between local and national levels remains essential to forge a cohesive and effective approach to ensure sustainable development for the benefit of all. Education I believe that the money should follow the student. At the parents’ discretion, they should be able to direct the funds allocated to that student to an alternative (non-public school) education, including private schools or homeschooling. Competition makes every business stronger, for the benefit of society. Making public schools compete for student dollars will make them improve the quality of public education. Government Reform Arizona, our freedom depends on confidence that our election results are accurate. But the process is flawed – machines break, votes go uncounted, and tampering is a real concern. Results take too long, and the penalties for violation of election laws are a joke. I’m running for the Arizona State Senate to address these problems and restore trust and confidence in our system. Taxes / Budget I’m driven by Constitutional Conservative principles, standing firm on the values of our Founding Fathers on limited government, lower taxes, more power to We the People, and less government interference in our daily lives. The erosion of our liberties over the past twenty years must be reversed and serve as a beacon for those fighting for their own freedom around the world. Guns Aligned with the conviction of our Founding Fathers, my firm belief is that a Republic safeguards itself against tyrannical government through the inalienable right to bear arms. My commitment extends beyond mere acknowledgment, emphasizing the importance of responsible gun ownership. I staunchly support comprehensive gun training and safety courses, recognizing that a well-informed and trained citizenry is vital. Immigration Last year over 27,000 tons of fentanyl and 3.2 million illegal aliens, including 736 individuals identified as known or suspected terrorists, came in through our southern border. This posed a significant threat to the safety of our children and communities. I am committed to fortifying our border security and implementing effective measures to substantially diminish these numbers to protect our families and future generations.