Rep. Mark Higley

Co-sponsor H 23

Introduced · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

An act relating to mail-in ballots for general elections

Maddy summaryThis bill would change how general election ballots are distributed in Vermont by requiring voters to request their mail-in ballots instead of receiving them automatically. It directly affects active voters on the statewide voter checklist who currently receive ballots without asking for them. The key provision amends state law to mandate that the Secretary of State's office only mails ballots upon voter request for general elections. This change shifts the voting process from automatic distribution to an opt-in system for mail-in ballots.

Introduced Jan 6, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 16

Introduced · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

An act relating to a rail feasibility study

Maddy summaryThis bill directs Vermont's Agency of Transportation to conduct a feasibility study on expanding passenger and freight rail service along two specific routes: one connecting Montreal, Quebec to East Northfield, Massachusetts via Newport, Vermont, and another linking Montreal to Boston via Island Pond, Vermont and Portland, Maine. The study will examine the practicality of these routes, including estimated costs, potential ridership, infrastructure improvements needed at rail yards, and operational requirements, while also considering seasonal and non-daily service options. The agency must complete the study and submit a written report with findings and an implementation plan to the House and Senate Transportation Committees by January 15, 2024. The legislation directly affects state transportation officials, rail operators in Vermont, Maine, and Quebec, and stakeholders interested in regional rail development.

TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs study to expand rail service, advancing public transportation infrastructure and connectivity.90% confidence

Introduced Jan 5, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 160

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution honoring the General Assembly’s venerable head doorkeeper, Cornelius F. Reed Jr. of Wolcott

Passed May 10, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 150

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution designating April 2022 as Vermont Public Safety Telecommunicators Month

Passed May 6, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 103

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2021 class of Eagle Scouts in the State of Vermont

Passed May 5, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 156

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month in Vermont

Passed May 5, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor JRH 18

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

Joint resolution relating to the Russian invasion of Ukraine

Passed May 4, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 157

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution honoring Vermont’s correctional personnel and recognizing National Correctional Officers Week in Vermont

Passed May 3, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 158

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution welcoming the 2022 International Workshop on Agritourism to Vermont

Passed May 2, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HR 25

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House resolution honoring Senator Patrick J. Leahy for his nearly half century of extraordinary public service in the U.S. Senate

Passed Apr 20, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track