Statewide Preschool Funding  |  H0217

H217 requires all school districts in the state to provide a full day kindergarten service, available to anyone in the district.

The Vermont Senate passed H217 on June 20, 2023, by a vote of 23 to 7. We have assigned pluses to the nays because education is the responsibility of—and a fundamental right of choice retained by—a child’s parents or legal guardians, not the government. Forcing American citizens to furnish ever-increasing sums of taxpayer money for a compulsory, government-run, and failed school system violates their individual liberty protected by the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment.

Statewide Preschool Funding  |  H0217

H217 requires all school districts in the state to provide a full day kindergarten service, available to anyone in the district.

The Vermont General Assembly passed H217 on June 20, 2023, by a vote of 116 to 31. We have assigned pluses to the nays because education is the responsibility of—and a fundamental right of choice retained by—a child’s parents or legal guardians, not the government. Forcing American citizens to furnish ever-increasing sums of taxpayer money for a compulsory, government-run, and failed school system violates their individual liberty protected by the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment. 

Red Flag Law  |  H0230

H230 allows family members to report someone as mentally unstable, which can result in them being prohibited from purchasing a firearm.

The Vermont Senate passed H230 on May 2, 2023 by a vote of 19 to 9. We have assigned pluses to the nays because red-flag laws are a gross violation of our 2nd, 4th, 5th, and 14th Amendment rights. Ultimately, the right of the American people to keep and bear arms is protected by the 2nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and should not be infringed upon.

Cap and Trade Scheme  |  S0005

S5 would put in place a carbon credit system that allots companies a certain amount of emissions each year, with the ability to buy or sell such credits.

The Vermont General Assembly passed S5 on May 11, 2023, by a vote of 107 to 42, after the bill was vetoed by the Governor. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill expands government by pushing for interventions infringing on individual freedoms and economic liberties. Tax dollars should not go toward complying with any aspect of the UN’s Agenda 2030, as it is not constitutional. Additionally, this legislation creates more government interference in the free-market economy and advances the Marxist climate change agenda. Businesses should have the freedom to conduct business without the government meddling in their affairs by setting unrealistic and costly regulations.

Government-Funded Lunches  |  H0165

H165 would take federal funds and use them as reimbursements for schools to provide free lunch meals for students in Vermont.

The Vermont General Assembly passed H0165 on May 10, 2023, by a vote of 122 to 25. We have assigned pluses to the nays because taxpayers should not be funding meals for all public-school students. This bill increases government spending and expands the role of government. Providing free meals to all students, regardless of need, removes the personal responsibility of parents and guardians to provide for their children’s meals.

Cap and Trade Scheme  |  S0005

S5 would put in place a carbon credit system that allots companies a certain amount of emissions each year, with the ability to buy or sell such credits.

The Vermont Senate passed S5 on May 9, 2023, by a vote of 20 to 10, after the bill was vetoed by the Governor. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill expands government by pushing for interventions infringing on individual freedoms and economic liberties. Tax dollars should not go toward complying with any aspect of the UN’s Agenda 2030, as it is not constitutional. Additionally, this legislation creates more government interference in the free-market economy and advances the Marxist climate change agenda. Businesses should have the freedom to conduct business without the government meddling in their affairs by setting unrealistic and costly regulations.

Red Flag Law  |  H0230

H230 allows family members to report someone as mentally unstable, which can result in them being prohibited from purchasing a firearm.

The Vermont General Assembly passed H0230 on May 5, 2023 by a vote of 106 to 34. We have assigned pluses to the nays because red-flag laws are a gross violation of our 2nd, 4th, 5th, and 14th Amendment rights. Ultimately, the right of the American people to keep and bear arms is protected by the 2nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and should not be infringed upon.

“Reproductive Health”  |  S0037

S37 would require insurance companies to provide so-called gender affirming health care as well as abortion coverage to residents of Vermont.

The Vermont General Assembly passed S0037 on April 21, 2023, by a vote of 114 to 24. We have assigned minuses to the ayes because no person has a right to abuse a child using the pretext of LGBTQ+ ideology, nor should any insurer ever be compelled to cover the practice of abortion. On the contrary, ‘child grooming’—whether it involves indoctrinating a child with cruel and fictional “gender identity” constructs or violating their right to life and limb through the grotesque practice of sex mutilation—should be considered illegal in Vermont and be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. 

Collective Bargaining  |  S0102

S102 expands the definition of collective bargaining to allow outside and distinct organizations to sue employers for cause.

The Vermont Senate passed S102 on March 30, 2023 by a vote of 23 to 7. We have assigned pluses to the nays because collective bargaining interferes with individual liberties, and compelling individuals to negotiate collectively infringes upon their right to freely associate or negotiate on an individual basis.

Ranked-Choice Voting  |  S0032

S32 would change the method of voting to a ranked choice ballot, where the state currently uses “first past the post” system.

The Vermont Senate passed S32 on March 29, 2023, by a vote of 23 to 7. We have assigned pluses to the nays because states should oppose all attempts to enact ranked-choice voting. This complicated, multiple-round, and unconstitutional method threatens election integrity by allowing a candidate to potentially win without genuine support from a plurality of voters. The scheme’s ballot casting requirements not only undermine a citizen’s right to vote, but could effectively force them to violate their conscience.

State Environmental Control  |  S0213

S213 provides control of riverways in Vermont to the Agency of Natural Resources.

The Vermont Senate passed S213 on March 20, 2023, by a vote of 24 to 4. We have assigned pluses to the nays because investing taxpayer dollars in creating a climate change response strategy is a complete waste of money. States should not be buying into the climate-change agenda.

Climate Change “Education”  |  H0126

H126 empowers a commission to take action to fight “climate change” and puts in sweeping measures addressed at reducing carbon emissions.

The Vermont General Assembly passed H126 on March 23, 2023 by a vote of 108 to 36. We have assigned pluses to the nays as there is no constitutional authority for federal, state, or local government to pursue such policy, particularly in the name of “climate change.” Unjust encroachments on Americans’ private property or undue interference with their free-market enterprise is protected against by the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment.

Vote by Mail  |  S0015

S15 requires the Secretary of State to mail every active voter a postage-paid ballot for each general election.

The Vermont State Assembly passed S15 on May 12, 2021 by a vote of 119 to 30. We have assigned pluses to the nays because sending a ballot to every active voter compromises the integrity of the election. This may lead to illegal voting and the system could easily be taken advantage of. Article IV, Section 2, of the U.S. Constitution provides that citizens of the United States “shall be entitled to all privileges and immunities,” such as the “right of citizens of the United States” to vote as prescribed in the 26th Amendment.

Broadband Expansion  |  H0360

H360 provides government funding for broadband expansion under the Vermont Community Broadband Authority.

The Vermont State Assembly passed H360 on March 23, 2021 by a vote of 145 to 1. We have assigned pluses to the nays because government subsidized internet benefits only a specific part of the population. This is also another step towards socialism and government interference in the free market.

Racism Health Emergency  |  JRH006

HJR6 declares racism as a public health emergency.

The Vermont State Assembly passed HJR6 on May 20, 2021 by a vote of 135 to 8. We have assigned pluses to the nays because racism is not a public health crisis, and this resolution embraces the Left’s woke Marxist agenda. 

Clean Heat Standard  |  H0715

H715 establishes the Clean Heat Standard to reduce Vermont’s greenhouse gas emissions from the thermal (heating) sector. Parties must reduce greenhouse gas emissions attributable to the Vermont thermal sector by retiring required amounts of clean heat credits to meet the thermal sector portion of the greenhouse gas emission reduction obligations of the Global Warming Solutions Act.

The Vermont State Assembly failed to override the Governor’s veto for H715 on May 10, 2022 by a vote of 99-51. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this narrative plays right into the UN’s Agenda 2030. this legislation creates more government interference and advances the Marxist climate change-agenda. 

Affordable Housing  |  S0226

S226 introduces new programs with the goal of increasing access to housing, primarily by increasing the housing stock and making existing homes more affordable to homebuyers.

The Vermont State Assembly Passed S226 on May 6, 2022 by a vote of 103 to 42. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this is government interfering in the free market and this government subsidized housing benefits only a specific part of the population. This is also another step towards socialism as subsidized housing is a misuse of taxpayer dollars.

Trans Youth  |  JRS053

SJR53 supports transgender youth and their parents who seek essential medical care for the treatment of gender dysphoria.

The Vermont State Assembly passed SJR53 on May 12, 2022 by a vote of 134 to 5. We have assigned pluses to the nays because the left has been promoting the radical Marxist idea that people can be transgender and choose which sex they want to identify as. Scientifically and biblically, there are two genders.

Vote by Mail  |  S0015

S15 requires the Secretary of State to mail every active voter a postage-paid ballot for each general election.

The Vermont State Senate passed S15 on March 18, 2021 by a vote of 27 to 3. We have assigned pluses to the nays because sending a ballot to every active voter compromises the integrity of the election. This may lead to illegal voting and the system could easily be taken advantage of. Article IV, Section 2, of the U.S. Constitution provides that citizens of the United States “shall be entitled to all privileges and immunities,” such as the “right of citizens of the United States” to vote as prescribed in the 26th Amendment.

Gun Rights  |  S0030

S30 prohibits the possession of firearms within hospital buildings.

The Vermont State Senate voted to override the Governor’s veto for S30 on March 11, 2021 by a vote of 21 to 9. We have assigned pluses to the nays because the fundamental right of the American people to keep and bear arms is protected by the U.S. Constitution, particularly in the 2nd, 9th, and 10th Amendments, and should not be infringed. The Constitution does not limit where a gun or firearm can or cannot be used.

School Meals  |  S0100

S100 provides free public school breakfast for students.

The Vermont State Senate passed S100 on April 30, 2021 by a vote of 29 to 1. We have assigned pluses to the nays because people’s tax dollars should not be going towards feeding students. This is a socialist program that expands the size of government.

Environmental Justice  |  S0148

S148 establishes an environmental justice policy for the State of Vermont, which would require State agencies to have new environmental-justice-related responsibilities, establish the creation of a State environmental justice mapping tool, and establish a 17-member Advisory Council on Environmental Justice.

The Vermont State Senate passed S148 on March 29, 2022 by a vote of 28 to 1. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this narrative plays right into the UN’s Agenda 2030. this legislation creates more government interference and advances the Marxist climate-change agenda. 

National Popular Vote  |  S0122

S122 nominates state electors based on the national popular vote in presidential elections.

The Vermont State Senate passed S122 on February 15, 2022 by a vote of 22 to 7. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this is a gross violation of Article II Section 1 of the U.S. Constitution. Under our Republican form of government, electors are selected to represent their state, not the entire country.

Affordable Housing  |  S0226

S226 introduces new programs with the goal of increasing access to housing, primarily by increasing the housing stock and making existing homes more affordable to homebuyers.

The Vermont State Senate Passed S226 on May 12, 2022 by a vote of 30 to 0. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this is government interfering in the free market and this government subsidized housing benefits only a specific part of the population. This is also another step towards socialism as subsidized housing is a misuse of taxpayer dollars.