Welcome!

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.

Thank you for visiting — I hope you’ll check back regularly and stay connected. Together, we can make sure Vermont remains a great place to live, work, and raise our families.

  • Senator Scott Beck and Representative Pattie McCoy Statement onGov. Phil Scott’s Budget Address
    by 126837pwpadmin
    Governor Outlines Bold Plan for Structural Reform Amid Fiscal Challenges Rep. Pattie McCoy (R) – “House Republicans appreciate the serious proactiveapproach that Governor Scott laid out in his budget address. Many difficult decisionsneed to be made for Vermont to become affordable.”Sen. Scott Beck (R) – “Governor Scott is asking the legislature to reform inefficientsystems that are not … Read more
  • Bill in  my committee
    by 126837pwpadmin
    H. 545 – An act relating to issuing immunization recommendations.This bill proposes to authorize the Commissioner of Health to issue immunization recommendations for children and adults as part of the Department’s immunization program. This bill further proposes to allow the Commissioner of Health to issue standing orders for recommended immunizations and provides immunity from civil … Read more
  • Governor’s State of the State Talking Points
    by 126837pwpadmin
    The Governor’s State of the State made a very clear case: Vermont can be a national model of government that solves problems and helps people, ifwe follow through on education reform. And education reform isn’t optional. It’s essential: to affordability, housing, workforcegrowth, and Vermont’s future.The Governor laid out the reality Vermonters are living with every … Read more
  • Rutlan Herald
    by 126837pwpadmin
    The Rutland Herald printed the following statement in the letter to editor about President Trump: “He lies uncontrollably. Literally every time he opens his mouth in public, or writes one of his thousands of tweets, he lies….” — Craig Tomkinson of Mount Holly However, the paper refused to print my wife’s letter to the editor. … Read more
  • Governor’s State of the State Talking Points
    by 126837pwpadmin
    Governor’s State of the State Talking Points The Governor’s State of the State made a very clear case: Vermont can be a national model of government that solves problems and helps people, ifwe follow through on education reform. And education reform isn’t optional. It’s essential: to affordability, housing, workforcegrowth, and Vermont’s future.The Governor laid out … Read more
  • On June 11, Governor Scott returned without signature and vetoed H.91
    by toddnielsen
    On 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.125
    by toddnielsen
    On 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 toddnielsen
    Bills 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 Taxpayers
    by toddnielsen
    May 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.454
    by toddnielsen
    May 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 16
    by toddnielsen
    Resolved 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 toddnielsen
    Dear 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