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
I hope you've been able to enjoy the gorgeous snow we got this past week! It was perfectly timed to give kids a true snow day on the last day of Hanukkah; I hope it stays on the ground so we can enjoy a white Christmas too. I'm writing to give you an update about… Continue reading Community & COVID Resources and Holiday Greetings
This will not be the Thanksgiving holiday we want or deserve, but please read on for helpful information about how to stay safe and an end note about gratitude during this time of crisis. As you surely know, the Coronavirus is now spreading quickly in Vermont, just like it has been in most of the… Continue reading Our COVID Thanksgiving
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