A change is needed in state Representative District 20. We need to elect someone who will represent us. The following are a few legislative bills that Rep. Steve Smyk voted against. Let’s review.
• Minimum wage increase to $9.25 an hour: nay
• Amend Title 19, Stop Right to Work, which is a union-busting tactic: Did not vote
• Increase minimum purchase age for firearms: nay
• Amend Title 16 relating to the treatment of drug overdoses (use of Narcan) - Only nay vote in the House and Senate
• Prohibit discrimination based on gender identity: nay
• Authorize same sex-marriage: nay
• Require background checks prior to the purchase of firearms: nay
So, a member of the LGBT community? He is not your friend. Want sensible gun legislation? Not from him. Struggle to make a living on $8.25 an hour? He thinks you can.
A vote for Jack Bucchioni is the change we need in 2018.
Anne Pikolas
Lewes
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