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State Representative, Franklin-8
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 2 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state representative votes on Vermont laws and the state budget in the Vermont House; many districts elect two representatives.
Taxes & budget
Zach SchefflerDemocratic
- Supports lowering health costs behind property tax hikes
John "Jack" BrighamRepublican
No documented position found.
Housing
Zach SchefflerDemocratic
- Supports simpler rules for homebuilders
John "Jack" BrighamRepublican
No documented position found.
Economy & jobs
Zach SchefflerDemocratic
- Supports treating child care as economic infrastructure
John "Jack" BrighamRepublican
No documented position found.
Government & transparency
Zach SchefflerDemocratic
- Supports public audits of state departments and programs
John "Jack" BrighamRepublican
No documented position found.
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