Rep. Becca Balint represents Vermont’s at-large district and made history as Vermont’s first woman and first openly LGBTQ+ member of Congress. Elected in 2022, Balint brings a progressive vision to Washington, with a focus on climate action, affordable housing, and healthcare reform. Her legislative priorities include expanding access to mental health services, addressing the opioid crisis, and protecting workers’ rights. A former educator and state senate leader, Balint is committed to making education more equitable and accessible. In Congress, she has continued her work to tackle income inequality and champion environmental sustainability, aiming to advance policies that support Vermont’s working families and rural communities.