Next year is a big election year, and I need your support. Over these past five challenging years, I have been honored to be your senator. In 2023, I worked with you to... I was a leader in the effort to pass Act 76, Vermont's Childcare Access and Support Act. This legislation is a national… Continue reading I need your support for 2024!
For many, the past two months have been consumed by the devastating impacts of the war between Israel and Hamas. Last week, the heart-wrenching reverberations hit close to home with the shooting of three Palestinian college students visiting family in Burlington. I hope you will join me in condemning this act of hate. This tragedy… Continue reading Condemn Violence — Plan for Peace
It finally feels like Fall, although I hope we get some sunny Autumn days soon! Read on for an update about events and resources in the Addison District.Community Engagement for Hospital TransformationIn 2022, we passed Act 167 to further the process of transforming Vermont's 14 hospitals to better serve patients and their community. One aspect… Continue reading October Update 2023
It's been a difficult summer for many Vermonters. I have been listening to my constituents and advocating nonstop for the people of the Addison District in the wake of the flooding – connecting people to flood recovery resources and speaking regularly with state, local, and federal officials to try to get our community the help… Continue reading End of Summer Update – Flood Resources & More
Last Thursday more rain fell in one evening than we usually get in one month. Hancock, Middlebury, and Ripton were especially hard hit and sustained considerable damage to public infrastructure, private homes, and businesses & community organizations. Thank you to all of the first responders, town and state officials, and individual volunteers who have been… Continue reading Flood Recovery Resources Update
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