Candidate for Vermont State Senate - Orleans District in 2024 Vermont General Election.
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We need to facilitate a holistic school / home education. Education begins in the home and students need to live in a culture of learning and critical thinking, which cannot only stay in the confines of a school. This involves allowing parents to have a larger involvement in the education of their children. Learn more
We need to address falling literacy rates. Learn more
Sam Douglass opposes measures that increase electricity or fuel costs for Vermonters, either intentionally or not. Families and community members on fixed/low incomes need cheaper power and fuel. Grants/subsidies are not an excuse for irresponsible policy. Learn more
Our state environmental policy must address the areas of the state in danger of flooding. Policy of this nature could include specific grants designed for environmental mitigation measures (e.g deeper ditches, culverts, floodplains, frequent maintenance etc). These are investments that can be made to support our future and protect our people and property. Policy of this nature is both fiscally sound and responsible. Learn more
Sam Douglass supports environmental mitigation efforts to address the threat of droughts, floods, and other catastrophic weather events. Learn more
Sam Douglass supports a common-sense transition away from plastic, respecting consumers and businesses. Learn more
Sam Douglass actively supports measures to clean our rivers, streams, and lakes, and supports reasonable policy that makes this a reality. Learn more
Sam Douglass strongly supports the vital ecological role served by the forestry industry and by hunting, fishing, and trapping. Learn more
Sam Douglass supports Act 250 reforms to enable freer development and increase our inventory of homes. Learn more
Sam Douglass is opposed to the taxation of pensions, military benefits, and social security. Senior citizens on fixed incomes should not be taxed, especially seniors with disabilities. Learn more
Sam Douglass is opposed to unnecessary increases in taxation and will work to lower taxes for Vermont's working families. Learn more
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