Hi, I’m Jen Heck.
I’m running for State Representative. My background as a documentary filmmaker has taken me from my hometown in Massachusetts around the world, and that work taught me how to listen, define problems clearly, and build solutions grounded in real people’s lives.
Good policies rely on neighbors working together. I grew up here. I built a career listening to people and bridging divides. That's exactly what this moment calls for.
It’s time to remember who we are. Community isn't a talking point. It's how I've lived — and how I'll lead.
ideas at a Glance
Education
Education is national security. In an era of AI and algorithm-driven information, a strong public education system is our best defense — and our best offense.
Clean water
As cancer rates rise, our drinking water needs to be universally tested for toxins like PFAS so we can assess and respond.
Affordable Housing
Working families deserve housing that's actually affordable — and dated state laws need to catch up with the developers exploiting its loopholes.
Reviving our region
We live in the birthplace of the industrial revolution, and it’s time to renew that claim with a renaissance of small business, innovation, and culture in the Blackstone Valley.
Seniors
From rising costs to health care to the quiet crisis of loneliness, seniors deserve a real seat at the table — not just a line in a speech.
Artificial Intelligence
AI can be a powerful tool for workers and communities — but only if we set clear ethical guardrails and ensure it strengthens, not replaces, human judgment and livelihoods.