David Jones

Education I will prioritize trades, personal finance, and home economics to equip students with skills for high-demand careers and everyday life. Education I would sign LD 607 and LD 218 to allow students to attend public schools outside their district and automatically renew transfers. Parents and students deserve options. Healthcare I would sign LD 743 to eliminate outdated Certificate of Need requirements, which block healthcare providers from expanding services or building new facilities. By increasing competition, we can lower costs and improve access to care. Taxes / Budget I would sign LD 1521 to require every state department to justify its budget from scratch each year. This ensures taxpayer dollars are spent efficiently, not wasted on outdated or unnecessary programs. Environment / Energy I would sign LD 257 to end solar subsidies that cost ratepayers millions. Renewable energy is important, but it shouldn’t be funded by taxing hardworking Mainers. Housing Maine spends millions on housing grants with little oversight. I will launch a full review to ensure taxpayer dollars are used effectively to increase affordable housing. Civil Rights Property rights are essential for personal freedom and economic growth. I will defend landowners’ rights to develop their property. Education I would sign LD 220 to give families control over their children’s education funding. A good education shouldn’t depend on zip code. Housing I would veto LD 497, which overregulates vernal pools and stifles property development. We can protect our environment while allowing landowners to build responsibly. Healthcare I would sign LD 331 to require the state to reimburse hospitals at least 75% of their as-filed settlement within 90 days. This will provide critical financial stability, especially for rural hospitals. Guns As Governor, I will staunchly defend both the Maine and U.S. Constitutions, opposing any attempts to erode our gun rights. Taxes / Budget I would sign LD 856 to gradually eliminate Maine’s income tax over five years, making us more competitive with states like New Hampshire. This plan includes proportional spending cuts to maintain fiscal responsibility while giving Mainers immediate relief. Housing I would veto LD 1082, which raises the real estate transfer tax. Taxing housing to fund housing makes no sense and only worsens the crisis. Environment / Energy I would sign LD 342 and LD 343 to explore small modular reactors and add nuclear to Maine’s renewable portfolio. Nuclear energy is safe, reliable, and emissions-free. Wages / Job Benefits I would sign LD 187 to make Maine a right-to-work state, fostering a business-friendly environment. This will attract companies, create jobs, and drive economic growth by giving workers the freedom to choose whether to join a union. Environment / Energy I would sign LD 556 to prevent towns from banning specific energy sources. No Mainer should fear losing access to their preferred heating method. Healthcare I support common-sense reforms like limiting assistance to U.S. Citizens and requiring work for able-bodied adults. These changes will ensure Medicaid remains available for those who truly need it. Immigration As Governor, I will prioritize Mainers by ensuring public safety and supporting legal immigration. That’s why I would veto LD 1971, which blocks local law enforcement from cooperating with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Social Services Woodbanks offer firewood and fuel assistance to Mainers who need it most. I would like to develop woodbanks throughout the state and remove any barriers to their growth.