Yesterday, March 13th, marked the one year anniversary of the day the Vermont Legislature closed the State House and the Governor declared a state of emergency due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Today is exactly one year since I wrote my first update to you with information about the pandemic, health and safety protocols, state and… Continue reading One Year of COVID
I hope this finds you safe and well. March teased us into thinking it was coming in like a lamb, but then quickly turned into a lion with that big wind storm and snow squall last night! My wood pile is quickly disappearing, so I hope sweet maple syrup, mud season, and warm spring days… Continue reading Town Meeting Day Update
Happy (almost) Valentine's Day - let's spread love (not COVID) to everyone who needs it this weekend! There's a lot going on at the state level these days, so I'm writing to provide you an update on the COVID crisis and vaccinations, teacher and state pensions, the tax form 1099 situation, and a few bills… Continue reading February Update – COVID, Pensions, 1099s, Bills, and Black History Month
I hope you've been staying warm and also enjoying these bright sunny winter days! As you likely already know, today marks the first day that members of the general public can sign up for a COVID vaccination. Most frontline health care workers and residents in long term care facilities have received at least their first… Continue reading COVID Vaccinations for Vermonters 75+ Begin
This past week, the Vermont General Assembly began the new 2021-22 biennial session. The Senate met in person the first day, with 19 of 30 of us carefully gathering in the Senate chamber to be sworn in and approve rules for our work this year, including the ability to again legislate remotely, at least until… Continue reading New Legislative Session Begins
