Representing Dover, Jamaica, Somerset, Stratton and Wardsboro
Dear friends and neighbors, I began this week distraught by the news out of Minneapolis, where a U.S. citizen was killed by federal agents. It weighed on me, not only because of the loss of life, but because moments like this force us to assess how power is being exercised in our democracy. Here in …
Last weekend, I stood with neighbors in Jamaica at a candlelight vigil for those who have died while in federal immigration detention. It was simple and short, and it meant a lot to those in attendance. People are dealing with a lot right now, whether they are worried about family, finances, safety, or what comes …
Continue reading Rep. Sibilia: Week 3 of the 2026 Legislative Session
Friends and neighbors, As we move into the second week of the 2026 legislative session, I am focused on the work here in our state. Nonetheless, national decisions and statements are shaping the context Vermont is operating in, whether we are talking about civil rights, education, energy, or affordability. What happens at the federal level …
Friends and neighbors, This is a longer update than usual. Please find my thoughts on the weekend's news, a legislative reflection on 2025 and my thoughts going into the 2026 session as well as a few timely updates. A moment of concern What we are watching unfold in Venezuela is extraordinary and deeply alarming. The …
Friends and neighbors, I hope you were able to spend time with family and friends over the Thanksgiving holiday. We were grateful to spend time with two of our kids and family! My daughter and I were lucky enough to spend a few days in Canada including visiting Notre Dame Cathedral. Thank you for staying …
Good evening friends and neighbors, Our travels this weekend took us to Dover's Crosstown Trails and a very active colony of beavers. We first came across a freshly felled tree nearly 12 inches across which was impressive on its own. As we followed the markings and downed limbs, we eventually spotted the beavers working. They …
Statement on Reported Misconduct by Young Republican Leaders The messages revealed by POLITICO this week are appalling — not just offensive, but dehumanizing. https://www.politico.com/news/2025/10/14/private-chat-among-young-gop-club-members-00592146 Leaders of Young Republican groups reportedly joked about gas chambers, slavery, rape, and Hitler, and used racist, antisemitic, and misogynistic language. That kind of rhetoric obscures everything good about public service. …
Who Is They Political violence is not protest, debate, or disagreement. It strikes at the heart of democracy — the responsibility we all share to govern ourselves. The recent assassinations of Charlie Kirk and Minnesota Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband show how quickly violence is replacing dialogue in our national life. Vermonters cannot …
Friends and Neighbors, This summer has been full of significant developments in our district, across Vermont, and nationally. In this newsletter I will share some highlights of what is happening now and what it may mean for us. I will continue to regularly hold office hours on the 3rd Thursday of the month at the …
Friends and neighbors, The Legislature has officially adjourned for the 2025 session. It was a challenging and consequential year, especially around education. Below, I’ve shared updates on the major bills passed on the final day, including statewide reforms to school funding and governance, updated election procedures, and a new phone-free policy for schools. I’ve also …
Vermont State Representative Laura Sibilia 