The new year has brought the start of a new legislative session, with big changes at the State House. After the November election, Democrats retained the majority in both houses, but many more Republicans are members of the House and Senate, and fewer women serve in both chambers. I'm getting to know my new colleagues… Continue reading A New Legislative Session
I first ran for the Senate because I wanted to make the world a better place for my kids and yours. On Saturday, I marched with my daughter and hundreds of other young people in the 3rd Annual Middlebury Pride Parade, to show support for gay and transgender folks in our community. The event was… Continue reading This Senator & Mom Has Your Back
Most Vermont voters received their ballots in the mail this week for November's Election Day. It's a hugely important election for our state and country. I am writing to ask for your vote to continue as your state senator. I know you have a choice about how to vote, so I want to tell you… Continue reading Where I Stand on Major Issues
Happy First Week of School to those who celebrate! I hope it's been a smooth transition back for kids, teachers, and families alike. I'm writing with some updates and resources on flooding, food access, voting, mosquitoes, gun safety, and a couple nice articles on recently passed legislation. Read on for details!Flood Recovery ResourcesRecently, President Biden… Continue reading End of Summer Update 2024
I know many Vermonters are struggling after this past week's flooding. Parts of the Addison District were hit hard, from Addison along the Lake, to New Haven & Monkton in the Valley, and especially Starksboro & Huntington in the Mountains. There have also been pockets of flooding elsewhere throughout the week, including today in Ripton.… Continue reading Flood Resources & Summer Work
