Washington, D.C. – Today, ahead of Mother’s Day Weekend, Rep. Balint co-led the “Honoring All Families” resolution, introduced by Rep. Robert Garcia (CA-42). The resolution affirms support for all types of families -- especially LGBTQ+ families and families who adopt -- as legitimate and deserving of respect and recognition. Co-leads for this resolution are Select Subcommittee on the… Read more »
WATCH: Rep. Balint Calls out GOP Committee for Anti-LGBTQ Comments Amid Continued Attacks on Queer Youth
“My Republican colleagues seem to delight in attacking the LGBTQ people and their families and blaming us for all things, including now, it turns out, the deficit.”
“It is morally bankrupt and deeply un-American to continue to attack these kids. It's time to do our job and… Read more »
Rep. Becca Balint Introduces Invasive Species Prevention and Forest Restoration Act
Washington, D.C – Today, Rep. Balint introduced the Invasive Species Prevention and Forest Restoration Act. The bill would expand access to the US Department of Agriculture emergency funding to combat the threat of non-native species to our forests.
“I, like so many… Read more »
JOINT RELEASE: Vermont Congressional Delegation Celebrates $20 Million National Science Foundation Award to Fund Data Science Research in Vermont
WASHINGTON – This week, Vermont’s Congressional Delegation announced that the University of Vermont (UVM) would receive a $20 million award through the National Science Foundation (NSF)’s Established Program to Stimulate… Read more »
Washington, D.C. – Today, during Mental Health Awareness Month, Congresswoman Becca Balint (VT-AL) and Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) introduced the Protecting Young Minds Online Act, legislation to require the Center for Mental Health Services to develop and disseminate a strategy to address the effects of new technologies, like social media, on children’s mental health.
“We… Read more »
Washington, D.C - Today, Rep. Becca Balint, a member of the House Budget Committee, voted against the “Default on America Act.”
“A budget reflects our values, and we can plainly see where Republicans’ priorities lie. Their dangerous list of demands that passed the House today are reckless and clearly for political gain. But American families see through these games.… Read more »
WATCH: “Trans kids and their families are being targeted and harassed for political gain. Is this the nation we want to live in?”
Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Balint delivered remarks on the House floor in opposition to the rule and against HR 734, the “Protection of Women and Girls in Schools Act.” Read her remarks below:
“I rise in opposition to the rule,… Read more »
Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. Becca Balint introduced the Peer Education and Emergency Response (PEER) for Mental Health Act. This legislation would establish a grant program that supports training for teachers, school personnel, parents, caregivers, and students in mental health first aid.
Increased isolation following the pandemic, greater academic and social pressures, and… Read more »
“Like many Vermonters and Americans, I’m stunned and furious by the news that a federal judge has ruled against the personal medical decisions that should be made between a patient and their doctor. This decision sets a dangerous precedent. Mifepristone is safe and effective and has been for more than two decades. What other safe and effective drugs will be removed because of… Read more »
Rep. Balint Named Vice Ranking Member of Oversight Subcommittee
Joins Ranking Member Mfume to Lead the Government Operations and Federal Workforce Subcommittee
Washington, D.C – Rep. Becca Balint announces new position as Vice Ranking Member of the Government Operations and Federal Workforce Subcommittee on the Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
“Joining… Read more »
