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Be Informed CrimeJanuary 21, 2025

Becca, Bernie, and Peter Say No to Public Safety

On the same day a Border Patrol agent was tragically killed in Vermont by an illegal alien visa overstayer, Senator Peter Welch voted against the Lakin-Riley Act after his amendment to weaken mandatory detention provisions failed. This act

Be Informed CrimeJanuary 20, 2025

Act 201: 21 Year Old Juvenile Offenders? and More!

Act 201 promised bold justice reform, extending juvenile court jurisdiction to offenders as old as 21. But with underfunded programs, rising crime, and inconsistent prosecutions, Vermont taxpayers are left footing the bill for another poorl

Be Informed CrimeJanuary 12, 2025

Balint Votes To Not Deport Violent Felons

Representative Becca Balint voted against H.R. 7909, a bipartisan bill to deport non-citizens convicted of violent crimes like domestic violence and sexual assault. Her decision raises questions about priorities: protecting U.S. citizens or

Be Informed CrimeJanuary 10, 2025

Should Vermont Consider a Stand Your Ground Law?

Vermont’s self-defense laws need modernization to meet the challenges of rising crime. A clear, robust "Stand Your Ground" law would empower law-abiding citizens to protect themselves and their families without fear of legal retaliation. It