Legislative Report: Act 181 weakens Addison County towns, farms and affordable housing

Have you heard of Act 181? If not, you should be aware of it — because it could affect you next.

Legislative Report: Senator tries to represent Vt.’s best interest

“I vote based on my conscience and the needs of my constituents — not my party.”

Legislative Report: Vt. Senate busy with Supreme Court, solar & more

“This week, the Senate passed two important bills to protect residents from federal actions in Vermont.”

Legislative Report: Disagreements happen, but we must remain civil

“I remain committed to open dialogue, to listening, and to serving every constituent — whether we agree or not — with respect and integrity.”

Legislative Report: ICE officers deserve due process

“Judgment must follow facts, and facts require due process.”

Legislative Report: Legislators are taking some control of your land

“The time is now for you to find out how Act 181 may impact your use of your own land.”

Legislative Report: We must act now to address food insecurity

“I strongly believe we have an opportunity in this legislative session to strengthen our food system in meaningful, lasting ways.”

Legislative Report: This session Legislature eyes property tax reform

“Act 73 itself does not close or consolidate any schools, but it will help us control education spending based on number of students.”

Schools, housing, healthcare are Legislature’s top priorities

“I want to give folks an update on what might be on the legislative agenda, as well as share my perspective on the issues.”

New state rep. begins her tenure

“I hope to engage in thoughtful problem solving on the major issues we are facing.”

Legislative Report: Our community faces many education issues in Montpelier

“A high-quality education for our children should be the top priority of any decent and hopeful society; yet we are in danger of losing the public’s confidence in our ability to achieve that goal at a reasonable cost.”

Sen. Hardy: Ed reform bill not good for taxpayers or schools

A lot has changed with H.454, Vermont’s major K-12 educational transformation bill, and it will be up for a vote on the Senate floor this week. Sen. Hardy will vote against it.

Legislative Review: Session seeing mixed results

With leaves springing, we are on the homestretch of the 2025 legislative season. With a bit more balance in the legislature, we accomplished some good but need to do more to improve affordability and public safety.

Legislative Report: Show me the money!

State Representative from Ferrisburgh updates Addison County residents on money bills being considered in the Legislature.

Legislative Report: Rep. North hopeful for change

New state reps from Addison-4 says he is honored to be one of the 29 Republicans and 23 Democrats in this year’s very large freshman class, clearly reflecting voters’ desire for change.

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