My remarks during the Senate floor session, March 13, 2025, on the 5-year anniversary of the COVID state of emergency shutdown. Five years ago today, on March 13, 2020, the Vermont General Assembly voted to close the doors of the State House and adjourn for eleven days to ride out what we hoped would be… Continue reading 5 Years After the COVID Shutdown
Happy Town Meeting Week! It's been great to talk with folks at town meetings around the Addison District, and I look forward to seeing more constituents this week, as the Legislature is on our annual Town Meeting recess. Although most town meetings are over by now, you can still find information about your town meeting… Continue reading Town Meeting Update 2025
I hope you're staying safe and warm during this February storm! It's a good day for me to write about what's been going on during the first six weeks of the legislative session. Read more for a look at what bills are starting to move, the status of the major K-12 education proposal, and a… Continue reading February 2025 Legislative Update
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
Thank you for continuing to put your trust in me to represent the Addison District in the Vermont Senate. It was a difficult Election Day for Democrats nationally and in Vermont, so I am especially honored that voters once again chose me as their senator. I will continue to show up, work hard, listen intently,… Continue reading Gratitude and Determination
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