It has been a great privilege to serve the interests of my South Burlington friends and neighbors and I look forward to continuing our work together to solve the challenges that are confronting our state. As we chart new solutions to paying for our children’s education and furthering economic and workforce development, it will be critical that we build on those qualities that make Vermont a special place where people want to live, work, and play.
The end is near: I wish I had a crystal ball, but I don’t. As I write this column, adjournment of this legislative biennium is in sight, though not clear. We could be adjourned by the time you are reading this or there could be a week or two more before we finish. There will … Continue reading Thank You, South Burlington
Over the past two years fatal overdoses in Vermont, and nationwide, have increased at an unbearable rate, largely due to the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as an increased prevalence of fentanyl, a powerful and often fatal synthetic opioid. In 2021 alone, at least 181 Vermonters died of fatal overdose from opioids, … Continue reading Lawmakers address opiates, harm reduction, saving lives
As you read this, the Legislature is on its town meeting recess, and we are approximately half-way through the 2022 legislative session. When we return March 8, policy committees will have one week to vote potential legislation out of committee. This process then allows the other body time to do its own analysis and debate. … Continue reading Legislative Update – March 2022
There are two proposals to amend the Vermont Constitution before the Legislature this year and if passed by the House this week they will go before the voters in November for their ultimate decision as to whether the Constitution will be amended. I believe it is imperative that we allow Vermont voters to have the … Continue reading Legislators will vote yes on both upcoming constitutional amendments
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