lowering the cost of living:
Families across the 26th District are feeling the pressure of rising costs — from groceries and gas to childcare and utilities. Too many people are working hard and still struggling to keep up.
Tedd believes it’s time to focus on practical solutions that ease that burden. That means supporting policies that help bring down everyday costs, strengthen local economies, and ensure people can build stable, secure lives in the communities they call home.
Make Housing More Affordable:
Housing costs are rising faster than wages, making it harder for families, young people, and seniors to stay in the communities they love.
Tedd supports increasing housing supply, encouraging responsible development, and cutting unnecessary barriers that slow down progress. The goal is simple: make sure people can afford to live where they work, raise their families, and stay connected to their communities.
Support Small Businesses and Local Jobs:
Small businesses are the backbone of our communities. They create jobs, support families, and bring life to our local economy.
As a business owner, Tedd understands firsthand the challenges entrepreneurs face — from rising costs to complex regulations. He will work to reduce unnecessary red tape, support job creation, and ensure small businesses have the tools they need to grow and succeed.
Protect Reproductive Freedom and Human Rights:
Tedd believes that everyone deserves the freedom to make their own personal healthcare decisions and live with dignity and respect.
He is committed to protecting reproductive freedom, defending the right to vote, and ensuring that LGBTQ+ individuals and immigrant communities are treated fairly and equally under the law.
These are not political issues — they are fundamental rights.
Keep Our Communities Safe and Supported:
Safe communities are strong communities. That means not only supporting public safety, but also investing in the services that help people thrive — including mental health care, education, and community-based support systems.
Tedd believes in a balanced approach that ensures accountability, builds trust, and provides the resources needed to keep neighborhoods safe and connected.
Every community in the 26th District deserves to feel safe, heard, and supported.
Protecting Our Environment and Clean Water:
Protecting our environment is about protecting the health, economy, and future of our communities.
In the 26th District, our waterways, shorelines, and natural spaces are part of what makes this place special. Clean water isn’t just an environmental issue, it’s essential for our families, our local economy, and future generations.
Tedd believes we can take a practical, balanced approach that protects our natural resources while supporting responsible growth. That means investing in solutions that reduce pollution, protect local waterways, and ensure that development happens in a way that respects the character and sustainability of our communities.
He is also a supporter of local environmental efforts, including Communities for a Healthy Bay reflecting his commitment to protecting water quality and the health of our region.
Protecting our environment is not about choosing between the economy and sustainability, it’s about making sure we do both well so our communities can thrive now and into the future.