} div.survey-scrollbox { height:400px; overflow:scroll; margin:20px; padding:10px; border:1px solid gray; } --title-background: #334aab; Published: Feb. 14, 2023 at 12:14 PM PST. While attending the University of Oklahoma, Matt was selected for the distinguished Harry S. Truman Scholarship awarded to only one college student in each state who possesses leadership potential and a call to public service. Gress (R): Through August 2022, inflation in Phoenix has increased at a record 13%. a[aria-expanded=true] .fa-chevron-right { display: none; } clear: both; } Gress' "statewide cybersecurity plan" bans the use of TikTok on devices utilized for state business and public service-related efforts. Matt Gress Announces "Pay Teachers First" Plan . .race_header.libertarian { Im a strong supporter of the 2nd Amendment, and Im against government overreach. Hes running to protect the Arizona we know and love one built on freedom, free enterprise and opportunity for all. U.S. Congress | } } Hes running to protect the Arizona we know and love one built on freedom, free enterprise and opportunity for all. Politico reports that Arizona is one of two states in which a new governor is faced with a legislature squarely controlled by the other party. Anyone who wants to get anything done in Arizona politics is going to have reach across the aisle. Like many, Matt came here from somewhere else small town Oklahoma. Matt Gress is an Arizona conservative, running to represent us in the State House. Matt Gress Announces Pay Teachers First Plan, Matt Gress Announces the Save Our Streets" Plan. } From 2017 to 2021, Matt served as a Governing Board Member in the Madison Elementary School District. Addressing supply chain and water issues will enable homebuilders to produce more homes and lower housing costs. This would potentially move us into the Top 10 when we get the new rate base, he said. Photo: Rep. Matt Gress, R-Phoenix. .leg-hnt-responsive-columns { I oppose abortion with exceptions for rape, incest and the life of the mother. Matt worked his way through college driving school buses, and became the first in his family to earn a degree. Matt believes in common sense principles like small government, balanced budgets and individual liberty. Its a community I call home and one I care about. It receives the majority of state funding and reflects that value we place on our future. Terech (D): My top priority will be to ensure that our public schools receive the support our children deserve. This new district stretches from Central Phoenix to Scottsdale Camelback, all the way north of the 101. Matt taught high school English. Thats why Im running. Should the Aggregate Expenditure Limit be raised, allowing schools to spend the extra money? Public safety is another baseline investment that should be top of mind for any legislator. } color:white; 5. In the Ducey administration, he helped shape teacher pay increases. } Public safety Ill say NO to Defund the Police efforts, and Ill always back our law enforcement in the State House. float: right; We cannot have prosperity without public safety. Currently, he serves as the states top budget chief in the Arizona Governors Office of Strategic Planning and Budgeting. I will reject the extreme voices on this issue, including late-term and taxpayer-funded abortions. The results have been certified. Matt Gress (Republican Party) is a member of the Arizona House of Representatives, representing District 4. The 2022 Arizona House of Representatives elections were held November 8, 2022. He is a proud Rotarian and past president of the Phoenix-Arcadia Rotary Club, a Flinn-Brown Civic Leadership Academy Fellow, a former board member of the Madison Education Foundation, and serves as a commissioner on the Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission. Gress is steeped in public education, having served on the Madison Elementary School District Board from 2017 to 2021. } padding-bottom: 5px; a.communitylink { color:black; font-weight:bold; } } .votebox_bp_logo { Gress (Republican Party) ran for election to the Arizona House of Representatives to represent District 4. He's an avid volunteer in the community, and plans to focus in the Legislature on solutions that can bring both sides together. Follow him on Twitter @KmackSam. background-color: grey; You can tell them to kiss off, which Democrats did with Gov. Arizona people are resilient and strong; I promise to cut through red tape to ensure our economy reflects those values. .key-messages li:last-child { margin-bottom: 0px;} The Arizona Republic asked theHouse candidates of Legislative District 4to share their views on key state issues to help voters decide whom to elect. Gress (R): Yes, and Im also supportive of additional identity verification measures to strengthen security of mail-in ballots. Any changes to energy policy need to consider costs to consumers and the reliability of our energy grid. .inner_percentage { We can conserve more water through investments in technology, like field drip irrigation and canal lining. } Currently, he serves as the states top budget chief in the Arizona Governors Office of Strategic Planning and Budgeting. Another bill from Gress, HB 2427, would up the penalties placed on those who assault a pregnant woman to a class 3 felony aggravated assault that can warrant five years above the . font-weight: 300; display: table; }) --subtitle-background: #334aab; } For questions about programming, membership or anything else about KJZZ, please visit kjzz.org/contact. In Paradise Valley and north Phoenix'shighly competitiveLegislative District 4, three candidates are vying for two open House seats. Families should get to decide where and how their kids learn. The Legislature should work with industry-specific stakeholders, like housing, to help lower costs for Arizonans. $('.hideResponses').hide(); } From 2017 to 2021, Matt served as a Governing Board Member in the Madison Elementary School District. Matt is endorsed by some of our communitys most respected organizations: Arizona State Troopers, the Arizona Police Association, the Arizona Fraternal Order of Police, the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association, the Professional Firefighters of Arizona, the Arizona Nurses Association, the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Home Builders Association of Central Arizona. padding-left: 10px; p.survey-response {white-space: pre-line;} .results_row td { Terech (D): I do not. } margin-bottom:16px; width: 57%; $('.showResponses').show(); .large-date { text-align: center; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 20px; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600;} Matt Gress is a leading force in public safety advocacy. font-weight: bold; .votebox-results-cell--check { He holds a Masters in Public Administration, with a focus on state and local government finance and public management, from Syracuse University. Arizona House of Representatives Jan 2023 - Present2 months Phoenix, Arizona, United States Matt Gress is a former public school teacher, school board member and an active member of the local. He holds a Masters in Public Administration, with a focus on state and local government finance and public management, from Syracuse University. Matt also has experience in energy, water and technology policy, previously serving as an advisor at the Arizona Corporation Commission, where he worked on issues related to expanding broadband, lowering energy rates, reducing regulations on small businesses, and enhancing the stability of our power grid.
. } Matt is a budget hawk. Read my full plan HERE. } display: block; If youre a Democrat with a new Democratic governor but minority status in both houses of the Legislature, Gress would seem an excellent partner for building a moderate coalition. } All rights reserved. Gress (R): As a legislator, my foremost responsibility is to listen to and work for my constituents; as their representative, I will follow through on my promise and will approach each conversation with an open-mind. if (typeof $ != 'undefined') { Among them are two Republicans state budget chief Matt Gress and former state lawmaker Maria Syms and Democratic challenger Laura Terech. Matt lives in Phoenix with his partner, Daniel, and is an active member of the local community. State revenues produced an estimated $5 billion surplus this year. . font-size: 12px; } Office: State House (AZ) - 4 , Republican On The Ballot: True, Republican for State House (AZ) - 4 . .key-messages li {margin-bottom: 10px;} .widget-row.Republican { Teachers dont go into this profession to get rich, but they also arent expected to live in poverty, either. Im Matt Gress, and Im running for the Arizona House of Representatives in Arizona's new Legislative District 4! He also received his Masters degree from Syracuse University. GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX SUBSCRIBE It phases in a $10,000 raise by 2025 under a new "Pay Teachers First Fund." (function() { border-radius: 50%; $('.pastResponses').show(); } Gress (R): As a legislator, I would strive to be a bipartisan problem-solver. Your contact infoWe'll be in touch if we look into your question. display: block; .widget-row.Green { } max-height: 580px; .inner_percentage.Republican { } In the statehouse, Ill advocate more funding for these border programs and tougher penalties to crack down on the cartels and smugglers who are abusing our laws. . padding: 2px; $('.hideResponses').show(); } By almost all measures, Gress appears sincere. Madison Elementary School District Governing Board At-large, Arizona House of Representatives elections, 2022. complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey. font-weight: 200; Matt also has experience in energy, water and technology policy, previously serving as an advisor at the Arizona Corporation Commission, where he worked on issues related to expanding broadband, lowering energy rates, reducing regulations on small businesses, and enhancing the stability of our power grid. } .inner_percentage.Green { We need more learning options for parents and kids. Arizona has accomplished so much under Governor Duceys leadership. a[aria-expanded=true] .fa-chevron-right { display: none; } What should the state Legislature do to best manage future cuts to the CAP water supply and the possibility that the drought may not end or get worse? --highlights-background: #d3d4d5; .key-messages li:last-child { margin-bottom: 0px;} font-weight: bold;