FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Vermont State Representative Joins National Coalition of State Lawmakers Responding to Federal Overreach
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Vermont State Representative Joins National Coalition of State Lawmakers Responding to Federal Overreach
New Coalition Connects State Lawmakers Fighting Against Harmful Federal Actions
Montpelier, VT — Today, Vermont State Representative Monique Priestley announced she is joining the State Futures Federal Response Coalition: a growing, cross-state group of lawmakers coordinating responses to federal overreach, particularly on immigration enforcement, rule of law, and election integrity. The Coalition is a public-facing effort to strengthen visibility and solidarity, enabling legislators to act together to defend civil liberties, uphold the rule of law, and protect communities.
The Coalition includes 100 members from 34 states, which together are home to 241 million people — about 80% of the U.S. population. It is a broad and powerful coalition of state leaders working together across state lines.
“State legislators across the country are proving that we are stronger together. When we coordinate, share strategies, and stand side by side, our ability to defend civil liberties and uphold the Constitution multiplies,” said Rep. Priestley. “That’s exactly why I’m proud to be part of this coalition.”
“As Washington harms communities and violates the rule of law, states are taking action,” said Gaby Goldstein, Founder and President of State Futures. “We are seeing a groundswell of legislation from state lawmakers who are fed up with the chaos and damage done by the federal government. What has been missing is a way for those leaders to act in concert. The Federal Response Coalition connects values-aligned legislators so they can amplify their impact together and ensure their work is seen, supported, and sustained.”
To support ongoing coverage, State Futures will host a mid-session press briefing on April 1 at 12:00 PM ET to provide an overview of federal response legislation advancing across states, highlight emerging trends, and connect press with lawmakers leading these efforts. Sign-up here to attend.
About State Futures
State Futures is a national nonprofit that supports a network of 750+ values-aligned state policymakers, including legislators and State Financial Officers. We support bold, values-aligned state leaders by convening them, equipping them with tools and resources, and empowering collective action to achieve impact beyond any single state.
Office of Vermont State Representative Monique Priestley Media Contact:
Vermont State Representative Monique Priestley
Email: monique@priestleyvt.com
Website: https://priestleyvt.com
State Futures Media Contact:
Carl Kaase, Communications
carl@statefutures.org
www.statefutures.org
PDF of the Press Release here: https://priestleyvt.com/wp-content/uploads/State-Futures-Federal-Response-Coalition-Priestley.pdf
