State Press Releases
Vermont Secretary of State Announces “I Voted” Sticker Contest Winners, Invites Submissions for VT 250 Contest
Montpelier, VT– Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas announced today the winners of the annual “I Voted” sticker design contest, which her office supports as part of the Good Citizen Challenge hosted by Seven Days. The contest gives K-8…
Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas Reminds Voters of Ballot Return Options, Shares Early Voting Stats
Montpelier, VT– Today, Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzasreminded voters of their options for returning their November 3rd General Election ballot. Per state law, all active registered voters in Vermont have been mailed a ballot. “With under two weeks…
Welch, Britt Headline Edward M. Kennedy Institute’s Seventh Installment of ‘The Senate Project’ Bipartisan Conversation Series
BOSTON, MASS. — U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) appeared in Boston this week to participate in The Edward M. Kennedy Institute’s (EMKI) 2026 installment of The Senate Project series. The Senators had an in-depth discussion on timely topics, including interactions and collaborations with fellow senators during their tenure, and…
Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas Announces 2026 Vermont Voter Guide
Montpelier, VT– Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas announced today that the 2026 General Election Vermont Voter Guide is available online for the November 3rd General Election. The Secretary of State’s office originally planned to mail a printed copy…
Land Use Review Board Transit Area Map Expands Exemption Areas
The Land Use Review Board has updated their transit area map to include additional transit routes added by Green Mountain Transit Authority earlier this fall. This move by the Board will expand areas in Chittenden County eligible for interim Act…
Welch, Britt to Headline Edward M. Kennedy Institute’s Seventh Installment of ‘The Senate Project’ Bipartisan Conversation Series in Boston
BOSTON, MA — U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) will appear in Boston on Monday, October 19, to participate inThe Edward M. Kennedy Institute’s (EMKI) 2026 installment of EMKI’s The Senate Project series. The Senators will have an in-depth discussion on timely…
Free Moisture Meters at 63 Vermont Libraries to Test Firewood Moisture Content
Montpelier, Vt. – With the home heating season ahead, you may be wondering if your firewood is dry and ready to burn. Vermonters can check out a moisture meter for free from one of 63 public libraries. This is thanks…
Welch Tours Head Start Center in Rutland, Speaks with Educators About Importance of Protecting Head Start from Trump Admin Cuts
RUTLAND, VT — U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) this week toured a Head Start Center in Rutland to hear from teachers and program employees about the impact the Trump Administration’s proposed cuts to Head Start would have on Vermont families that rely on the program for education, childcare, resources, and work. “The Trump…
Welch Hosts Common Grounds Listening Session in Rutland County
RUTLAND, VT — U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) this week hosted a ‘Common Grounds with Senator Welch’ listening session at Hub CoWorks in Rutland. Vermonters joined Senator Welch for a discussion about how Washington can work better for the Green Mountain State. “The future of our democracy is a…
Public Invited to Comment on the State Clean Water Budget
Montpelier, Vt. – Vermont’s Clean Water Board is seeking public input on the State Fiscal Year 2028 Clean Water Budget by November 12, 2026. Vermonters can weigh in on how they would like to prioritize approximately $43 million in funding…