Legislative

Constituent Meetup with State Treasurer Mike Pieciak 09/27/2023

From the Office of State Treasurer Mike Pieciak:

State Treasurer Mike Pieciak participates in a community discussion with Rep. Mary-Katherine Stone and Rep. Barbara Rachelson on Wednesday, September 27 2023, at the Fletcher Free Library from 5-6PM. Treasurer Pieciak discusses his office's new public retirement program, VT Saves, which will provide tens of thousands of Vermonters access to a retirement plan. VT Saves unanimously passed the legislature.

Under the Dome: Recapping the 2023 Legislative Session with Speaker Jill Krowinski 09/12/2023

Host Bobby Lussier, CCTV's Development Director, speaks with Speaker Jill Krowinski to discuss the Vermont Legislature and recap the work done in 2023's legislative session.

To contact your local representative, you can find their contact information on the State's website.

Under the Dome: Recapping the 2023 Legislative Session with Senate President Pro Tem Phil Baruth 09/08/2023

Host Bobby Lussier, CCTV's Development Director, speaks with Senate President Pro Tem Phil Baruth to discuss the Vermont Legislature and a recap of work from 2023's legislative session. Topics discussed include the motel housing program, gun safety, and more.

To contact your local representative, you can find their contact information on the State's website.

Senator Peter Welch: Implications of New Law Allowing Medicare Negotiation for Prescription Drugs 09/06/2023

From the Office of Senator Welch:

On Wednesday, September 6, Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) joins Families USA and Patients for Affordable Drugs for a virtual press conference to break down and discuss the future impact and implications for the Biden administration’s recent announcement of the first ten drugs selected for Medicare price negotiation - a vital component of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Experts are available to answer questions or provide context.

Senator Welch, a critical voice on drug price reforms, was a champion of the IRA when he voted for it in the House of Representatives. As a Senator, he has led legislation to build on the success of the IRA and empower HHS to negotiate for even more prescription drugs in Medicare Part D. He discusses why this is a crucial inflection point for Congress: to see the law implemented as intended, and to protect families whose health and wallets have hung in the balance for far too long - mainly because big drug companies are putting profits before people’s health.

Speakers include Senator Peter Welch (D-VT); Jen Taylor, Senior Director of Federal Relations, Families USA; and David Mitchell, Cancer Patient and Founder, Patients For Affordable Drugs Now.

Under the Dome: State's Response to Flooding 08/24/2023

Host Bobby Lussier, CCTV's Development Director, chats with Representative Emma Mulvaney-Stanak about recent flooding in Vermont and the state's response.

Senator Bernie Sanders: Meeting With Vermont Seniors 08/22/2023

From KATV:

Bernie Sanders: 'Meeting With Vermont Seniors'

Vermont Community Leadership Summit 2023 - Comments from Senator Peter Welch and Under Secretary Robert Bonnie, USDA 08/15/2023

From the Vermont Council on Rural Development:

Strengthening skills, capacity, and opporotunity for the future! Over 450 local leaders working to improve life in their communities attend the Vermont Council on Rural Development’s 4th VT Community Leadership Summit.

Conference includes:
Senator Peter Welch, opening remarks
Under Secretary Robert Bonnie, United States Department of Agriculture

Senator Bernie Sanders: Summer Celebration for Older Vermonters 08/12/2023

From the Office of Senator Bernie Sanders:

On August 12, the office of Senator Bernie Sanders hosted a senior event in Burlington. This was an opportunity for seniors to come together to enjoy delicious free food, listen to great music, and connect with friends and neighbors. Senator Sanders also be provided an update as to what’s going on in Washington and answer questions.

Governor Phil Scott: Montpelier Strong - Recovery and the Future of Montpelier 08/10/2023

From ORCA Media:

Montpelier Strong

Senator Peter Welch: Christening of UVM Research Vessel “Marcelle Melosira” 08/10/2023

From the Office of Senator Welch:

Senator Welch joins Marcelle and Senator Patrick Leahy to celebrate the newly completed UVM research vessel, Marcelle Melosira, named in honor of the Leahys for their contribution and commitment to clean water in the region.

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