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Sanders, Welch, and Balint Receive Commitment from JetBlue on Return of Flight Service Between Burlington and JFK

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Sanders, Welch, and Balint Receive Commitment from JetBlue on Return of Flight Service Between Burlington and JFK WASHINGTON, Dec. 7 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Sen. Peter Welch (D-Vt.), and representatives from Congresswoman Becca Balint’s (Vt.-AL) office met yesterday with JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes to call for the reinstatement of flight service between Burlington International…

Rep. Becca Balint Votes “Present” on H. Res. 894

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Rep. Becca Balint Votes “Present” on H. Res. 894 Washington, D.C - Today, Rep. Becca Balint (VT-AL) released the following statement on today’s vote on H.Res 894:  “I’m deeply concerned by the rise in antisemitism in recent months - it poses a clear and present threat to Jewish communities in Vermont and around the world. My voting record stands clearly against…

Op-Ed: What is needed right now is an immediate break in violence to allow for a true negotiated ceasefire

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Op-Ed: What is needed right now is an immediate break in violence to allow for a true negotiated ceasefire I want Vermonters to know that I am using the influence and power of my position to bring an end to this horrific violence and suffering. Like so many Vermonters, I have been in a state of anguish since the devastating Hamas terrorist attack on Israel. That anguish has only…

Rep. Balint joins Rep. Tokuda, Rep. Fitzpatrick, and Rep. LaMalfa to Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Access to Mental Health Services for First Responders

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Rep. Balint joins Rep. Tokuda, Rep. Fitzpatrick, and Rep. LaMalfa to Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Access to Mental Health Services for First Responders  Washington, D.C - Today, Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02), alongside Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01, Becca Balint (VT-AL), and Doug LaMalfa (CA-01) introduced the Crisis Assistance and Resources in Emergencies…

Welch, Sanders and Balint Introduce Bill to Support EMS Providers in Rural Vermont

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Welch, Sanders and Balint Introduce Bill to Support EMS Providers in Rural Vermont   Bill Aligns Medicare Payments for EMS Providers with Community Needs, Ensures EMS Can Provide Essential Medical Care to Rural Communities WASHINGTON, D.C. – On November 8, Sen. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) introduced the Emergency Medical…

Rep. Becca Balint on Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Bigotry

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Rep. Becca Balint on Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Bigotry “She uses her megaphone to inflame anger, resentment, and hatred” Washington, D.C. - Rep. Becca Balint released the following statement following Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s continued bigotry toward Rep. Rashida Tlaib.:  “Last week, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene used the power of the House of Representatives to elevate an…

Sanders, Welch, Balint Demand Answers from Postmaster General DeJoy on Plan for Montpelier Post Office, Addressing Postal Worker Safety Concerns, and Restoring Agency’s Ability to Meet Vermonters’ Basic Needs

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Sanders, Welch, Balint Demand Answers from Postmaster General DeJoy on Plan for Montpelier Post Office, Addressing Postal Worker Safety Concerns, and Restoring Agency’s Ability to Meet Vermonters’ Basic Needs WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 – Following the closure of the Montpelier Post Office, which was caused by the devastating summer flooding in Vermont, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Sen. Peter…

Rep. Becca Balint on Defeat of Islamophobic Resolution to Censure Rep. Tlaib

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Rep. Becca Balint on Defeat of Islamophobic Resolution to Censure Rep. Tlaib Washington, D.C. - Rep. Becca Balint (VT-AL) released the following statement following the failed vote to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib: “Tonight, we proved that standing up to bullies works. By not allowing Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s repeated offenses to go uncatalogued or unchecked, we defeated a…

Vermont Delegation Demands Answers from JetBlue CEO on Recent Decision to Terminate Service from Burlington Airport to JFK

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Vermont Delegation Demands Answers from JetBlue CEO on Recent Decision to Terminate Service from Burlington Airport to JFK “We urge you not to leave rural America behind,” wrote Sanders, Welch, and Balint WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Vermont Congressional Delegation, Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), and Representative Becca Balint (VT-AL) urged JetBlue Chief…

Rep. Becca Balint Calls for Humanitarian Pause in Israel and Gaza

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Rep. Becca Balint Calls for Humanitarian Pause in Israel and Gaza  Washington, D.C. - “An immediate humanitarian pause to the fighting in Gaza is needed to get all necessary supplies toPalestinians in desperate need. We must reduce human suffering and preserve the lives and safety of civilians in Gaza. During this humanitarian pause Hamas must immediately release all hostages. “I’m…