Description: I am honored that the people of Washington have placed their trust in me to serve as the next Commissioner of Public Lands.
I am honored that the people of Washington have placed their trust in me to serve as the next Commissioner of Public Lands.
The results show that Washington’s voters were looking for their next Lands Commissioner to demonstrate a deep commitment to the Pacific Northwest’s values of conservation and respect for natural resources, and to offer a hopeful, resilient vision for our future.
I am prepared to manage our state lands in the public interest for all the people of the State of Washington—in both Eastern and Western Washington. As we look forward, I am focused on the challenges ahead: protecting clean air, clean water and habitat, improving wildfire prevention and response, and expanding recreational opportunities. I have confidence in our ability to meet these challenges head-on, with the strength, optimism, and determination that defines our state.