Jill Krowinski

Jill Krowinski

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden 16 District

Tenure

2023 - Present

Term ends

2027

Years in position

2

Prior offices

Vermont House of Representatives Chittenden 6-3 District (Historical)

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Compensation

Elections and appointments

Education

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What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

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I want a Vermont that works for all of us, not just the wealthy few. A Vermont where our families and communities can thrive and where the Vermont dream is accessible to everyone - not just a select few. Today, too many Vermonters struggle to care for and support themselves and their families. Making paid family leave part of every job, raising the minimum wage and ensuring equal pay for women improves the lives of Vermont's working families, puts more money into Vermont's small businesses and helps our communities to thrive.[15][16]

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What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?

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I believe it is a deeply personal decision of whether, when, and how to become a parent and and condemn political interference with decisions about pregnancy. When a woman has decided to end her pregnancy, she should be able to get safe, timely, affordable care in her community, without anyone shaming, threatening, or trying to impose their beliefs on her.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; invalid names, e.g. too many[16]

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• Earned Sick Days

Excerpt: "This bill would give workers the opportunity to earn one hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours worked. “No person should have to choose between being a responsible worker and a responsible family member. No mother should have to choose between her job and taking care of a sick child."

• Toxic-Free Families

Excerpt: "More than 1 in 5 personal care products contain chemicals linked to cancer. Instead of banning bad chemicals one by one, it’s time to create a comprehensive and transparent system to identify and regulate the worst chemicals."

• Tobacco Restrictions

Excerpt: "We passed a bill in the House that would restrict smoking tobacco outside state owned buildings, child care facilities and motels.  It also prohibits smoking in a car when a child is in the back seat."

• Women’s Rights and Choice

Excerpt: "I’ve fought for women’s rights my entire career.  I am the Director of Vermont Public Affairs for Planned Parenthood Northern New England and serve on the Advisory Board for Vermont Access to Reproductive Freedom.  As your State Representative, I’ll  continue to fight for access to reproductive health care, safe places for battered women and victims of domestic violence, and equal pay for equal work."

• Healthcare for All

Excerpt: "The growing cost and lack of accessibility to healthcare is a problem. As a patient and supporter of our community health center I know first-hand the critical role it plays in our community.  I support single payer health care."

• Education

Excerpt: "Ensuring students have access to quality education is critical to our community’s future. I want our high school students to have all the tools and opportunities they need to be successful–whether at college, tech school, or in a good job."

• Local Food & Urban Agriculture

Excerpt: "Local food is good for you and good for our economy.  Local food is a nutritious alternative to factory farming, and provides an economic benefit to our community.  Burlington is so fortunate to have the Intervale and a number of community gardens.  Buying local food helps support local jobs and reduces our carbon footprint.  As your legislator, I’ll support our local food economy."

• Safe & Affordable Housing

Excerpt: "I’ve lived all over our district – renting on Park Street, Maple Street, Peru Street, and Hyde Street. I now own my home on Spring Street, so I know firsthand how hard it is to find an affordable place to live in Burlington.  No one should have to agonize about where they’re going to live, and I’ll work hard to make sure all of our neighbors have access to safe and affordable housing."

• Voter Rights

Excerpt: "I believe voting is fundamental to our democracy, that’s why I started a nonprofit devoted to registering and getting young people to vote.  We need to expand access to voting and oppose Republican proposals to restrict voting rights.  These restrictions often target poor or minority voters unfairly. In order to ensure every Vermonter’s right to vote, I’ll push for…Same Day Voter Registration…Online registration”

• Corporations Are Not People

Excerpt: "Corporations are not people.  It’s that simple.  Our power, as average citizens, to influence elections should not be undermined by the collective power of big corporations.  Corporations should not be afforded the same First Amendment rights as people…Hardworking families are the heart of our community. I will be their voice in Montpelier."^[17]

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