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I’m Todd Nielsen, proud to serve as your State Representative here in Vermont. This blog is where I share updates about what’s happening in Montpelier, important legislation, and news that impacts our community and our way of life.
I believe in keeping Vermont affordable, protecting your rights, and ensuring that government remains accountable to the people. From tax and budget issues to community concerns, my goal is to keep you informed and involved.
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- On June 11, Governor Scott returned without signature and vetoed H.91by toddnielsenOn June 11, Governor Scott returned without signature and vetoed H.91, An act relating to the Vermont Homeless Emergency Assistance and Responsive Transition to Housing Program and sent the following letter to the General Assembly: Dear Ms. Wrask: Pursuant to Chapter II, Section 11 of the Vermont Constitution, I’m returning H.91, An act relating to the Vermont Homeless Emergency Assistance … Read more
- On June 9, Governor Scott returned without signature and vetoed S.125by toddnielsenOn June 9, Governor Scott returned without signature and vetoed S.125, An act relating to collective bargaining and sent the following letter to the General Assembly: Dear Mr. Bloomer: Pursuant to Chapter II, Section 11 of the Vermont Constitution, I am returning S.125, An act relating to collective bargaining, without my signature because of my objections described herein: This bill would … Read more
- Busy bill moving time. by toddnielsenBills Passed in Concurrence with Proposal of Amendment bills of the following titles S. 53 Senate bill, entitled An act relating to certification of community-based perinatal doulas and Medicaid coverage for doula services S. 59 Senate bill, entitled An act relating to amendments to Vermont’s Open Meeting Law H. 482 House bill, entitled An act … Read more
- Facts Matter: There is a Path to Educational Transformation that Works for Students and Taxpayersby toddnielsenMay 23, 2025 Press release Montpelier, Vt. – In November, Vermonters called for real change, following years of historic, often double-digit property tax increases, and declining student performance. In January, at the very beginning of the legislative process, Governor Scott put forward a detailed plan to transform the education system. It’s abundantly clear – to even the … Read more
- Statement from Governor Phil Scott on Senate Passage of H.454by toddnielsenMay 23, 2025 Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement: “In January, I proposed a bold plan to reform our public education system, focused on improving quality and opportunities for our kids, stabilizing our funding system, and providing taxpayers with much needed relief. “I have been clear: we cannot adjourn this legislative … Read more
- Legislative report may 16by toddnielsenResolved by the Senate and House of Representatives: 104 That the General Assembly recognizes May 2025 as National Foster Care Month in Vermont, and be it further.H.C.R. 110 That the General Assembly designates April 2025 as Black Maternal Care Awareness Month in Vermont, and be it further. That the General Assembly recognizes May 2025 as … Read more
- When signing S.27, Governor Scott sent the following letter to the General Assembly:by toddnielsenDear Legislators: I appreciate the good work of the Treasurer and legislators to provide relief for those saddled with medical debt they cannot afford to repay. However, I would be remiss if I did not point out a few of my concerns. First, we should recognize much of this debt has already been written off … Read more
- On May 15, Governor Scott returned without signature and vetoed H.219by toddnielsenPursuant to Chapter II, Section 11 of the Vermont Constitution, I’m returning H.219, An actrelating to establishing the Department of Corrections’ Family Support Program, without mysignature because of my objections described herein:I have no objection to providing family support programs for incarcerated parents and guardians,however, this bill violates the constitutionally mandated, separation of powers by … Read more
- Statement from Governor Phil Scott on Tax Increment Financing Expansion Billby toddnielsenMay 14, 2025 Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement: “S.127 is a bill that expands Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to empower smaller, more rural towns to take advantage of this impactful economic development tool. Currently, due to complexity, only our bigger towns and cities have the capacity and resources to … Read more
- GOVERNOR PHIL SCOTT ISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDER to Pause Electric Vehicle Sales Requirementsby toddnielsenGOVERNOR PHIL SCOTT ISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDER TO PAUSE ELECTRIC VEHICLE SALES REQUIREMENTS Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today issued Executive Order 04-25, directing the Agency of Natural Resources to pause enforcement of a multi-state plan requiring vehicle manufacturers to meet certain electricvehicle (EV) sales targets for passenger cars and medium- and heavy-trucks. “I continue … Read more
- Legislative report 4/22by toddnielsenBills passed the house :S. 27 Senate bill, entitled An act relating to medical debt relief and excluding medical debt from credit reports, S.36 Senate bill, entitled An act relating to the Medicaid payment model for residential substance use disorder treatment services, S. 50 Senate bill, entitled An act relating to increasing the size of … Read more
- Legislative report April 4by toddnielsenMarch 28, 2025 Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today issued an executive order to extend eligibility for families with children and medically vulnerable individuals scheduled to exit the General Assistance program on April 1. These individuals will remain housed in the program through June 30, 2025. This action will allow children to remain sheltered, … Read more