A lot of people say they would not be where they are today without their parents – for me that is the absolute truth. When I was eight months old, my mom and dad adopted me from the Children's Home Society in Richmond. My birth mother’s decision to put me up for adoption gave me more opportunities than she felt she could provide, and my parents’ decision to adopt instilled a passion in me to protect the most vulnerable among us.
As a child of adoption, I celebrate the great lengths so many people go to in order to become parents. I believe that individuals who want to have children should have the resources and support they need to start a family. That’s why I am a proud advocate for in vitro fertilization (IVF) and the policies that ensure access to these life-changing treatments. Every family deserves the opportunity to grow, and I will continue to champion policies that make that possible.
Beyond IVF, I am also committed to supporting mothers and ensuring they have the resources needed to care for themselves and their children. Whether it’s expanding maternal healthcare or improving child care access, I will always stand up for families in our community.
In Washington, I will continue to do everything I can to support the families who choose life, which is why I authored the Adoption Information Act to ensure expectant parents have access to information about adoption, and I've fought to have the Adoption Tax Credit remain in our tax code.
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