Policy Positions
Climate(1)
Supports green energy initiatives and opposes Republican legislation she argues disrupted them.
"Her campaign is focusing on issues directly impacting Nevada families, including the effects of last year's Republican legislation which she argues negatively impacted social safety nets, disrupted green energy initiatives and raised concerns within tribal communities."
Economy(2)
Describes herself as a 'budget hawk' who prioritizes fiscal responsibility while also fighting to restore federal funding for vital programs.
"As a self-described 'budget hawk,' Benitez-Thompson prioritizes securing funding for vital programs like SNAP, Medicaid, support for tribal communities, and resources for veterans."
Expressed concern about the high cost of living affecting Nevada families, including rising grocery prices.
"'As a mom of four who goes to the grocery store, I wince when I see the cost of a carton of eggs,' she remarked."
Education(1)
Championed increased K-12 school funding, notably advocating for a Washoe County sales tax initiative for school infrastructure improvements.
"She championed increased funding for schools, notably advocating for WC-1, a Washoe County sales tax initiative that funded school infrastructure improvements."
Healthcare(1)
Supports restoring and securing federal Medicaid funding for Nevada communities.
"As a self-described 'budget hawk,' Benitez-Thompson prioritizes securing funding for vital programs like SNAP, Medicaid, support for tribal communities, and resources for veterans. 'We have to fight to restore those dollars,' she asserted. 'Our communities will not be OK unless we start putting dollars back into vital systems that every Nevadan relies on.'"