Thomas "Tom" Oliver
Candidate for State Representative, Franklin-4
Background
- Lives in
- Sheldon
A Sheldon Republican in the House since 2023 who serves on the House Judiciary Committee; a law enforcement officer since 1986, he was chief deputy of the Franklin County Sheriff's Department.
Photo: Vermont General Assembly
Documented positions
Public safety
Supports first responders and law enforcement
ReportQ&A with Franklin 4 candidates: Walker, Oliver, BouchardInterview · St. Albans Messenger · Sep 23, 2026 · samessenger.com
“I will continue to support all first responders and law enforcement.”
Education
Supports a foundation formula for school funding
ReportQ&A with Franklin 4 candidates: Walker, Oliver, BouchardInterview · St. Albans Messenger · Sep 23, 2026 · samessenger.com
“I believe a foundation formula is the best way to start.”
Housing
Supports cutting regulations that raise housing costs
ReportQ&A with Franklin 4 candidates: Walker, Oliver, BouchardInterview · St. Albans Messenger · Sep 23, 2026 · samessenger.com
“I support cutting unnecessary regulations that drive up housing costs”
Other issues in this race
Other candidates in this race addressed these topics. We found no documented position from Thomas "Tom" Oliver on them.
- Taxes & budgetNo documented position found.
- Roads & infrastructureNo documented position found.
- Health & human servicesNo documented position found.
All sources (4)
- 2026 General Election Qualified Candidates
Election filing · Vermont Secretary of State, Elections Division · outside.vermont.gov
- 2026 General Election Qualified Candidates (Franklin County offices and districts)
Election filing · Vermont Secretary of State, Elections Division · outside.vermont.gov
- Representative Thomas Oliver: Vermont General Assembly member page
Government record · Vermont General Assembly · legislature.vermont.gov
- Q&A with Franklin 4 candidates: Walker, Oliver, Bouchard
Interview · St. Albans Messenger · Sep 23, 2026 · samessenger.com
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