Transparency in Government

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 “Transparency brings accountability. Accountability brings trust.”

– Assemblywoman Aura K. Dunn

 

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Too many politicians in Trenton make decisions behind closed doors and spend your money without explanation or oversight. I believe the people of New Jersey deserve better. That is why I have made it my mission to shine a light on how government operates, because you deserve to know where your tax dollars are going and who is really benefiting. I am committed to holding politicians accountable, cutting through bureaucratic secrecy, and making sure government works for the people, not the insiders.

 

I am fighting for:

• Open Budgets

Budget decisions should never be rushed through in the final hours as has been done year after year, which are typically loaded up with pork projects and political spending meant to win votes. I have worked for changes to the Governor’s proposed budget so they are made public well before the vote—because taxpayers deserve time to see how their money is being spent.

• Online Accountability

I have championed efforts to build a transparent, user-friendly state website where residents can track every dollar of government spending. Transparency is the first step toward accountability.

• Sunlight on School Boards

Parents and taxpayers have a right to know what decisions are being made in their local schools. I have pushed to ensure that school board meeting agendas are posted online in advance, so communities are never left in the dark.

• Ending Perks for Corrupt Politicians

Public service should be a privilege—not a pathway to profit. I have fought to end pension payouts for officials who abuse the public trust.

• Independent Oversight

We need independent eyes on the state’s finances. I have supported the creation of a nonpartisan advisory board to review revenue forecasts and stress test the budget—because New Jersey families cannot afford more fiscal surprises.

• Modernize Campaign Finance Reporting

New Jersey has an unfortunate history of corruption. Current campaign finance reporting is slow and outdated, with an agency that is understaffed and lacks teeth to quickly enforce laws. Aligning state campaign reporting and more robust personal financial disclosures with federal requirements will improve transparency and accountability to taxpayers.

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