E. Jayne Mockler

The lawmaker supports the bill to prevent an existing program from expiring, arguing that voting no would eliminate a means-tested relief option for residents.

The lawmaker opposes the bill because manipulating laws solely to avoid court challenges undermines the people's right to alter their own laws and fails to meet constitutional requirements.

The lawmaker is reconsidering their support because extending the earmark to 2018 creates a false guarantee of funding that cannot be promised so far into the future.

The lawmaker argues for the amendment by stating that money sitting in a trust fund earning interest is less valuable than using it immediately to build schools and highways before costs escalate.

The lawmaker argues the bill is important because it addresses emerging energy resources like coal gasification and wind that are changing traditional industry paradigms.

The lawmaker supports the bill to address structural problems, mold issues, and outdated electrical systems in the Capitol building while creating a permanent account for funding.

The sponsor argues that the bill provides necessary transparency into Pharmacy Benefit Managers to ensure self-insured entities and public systems receive the best drug deals, which benefits local pharmacies and citizens.