Secretary of State responds to executive order on ‘Integrity of American Elections’
On March 25, President Donald Trump issued an Executive Order on “Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections.” The order proposes significant changes to elections across the country that Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas has called “an unprecedented overreach of federal authority.” Here is the secretary of state’s statement in full regarding this executive order.
Secretary of State: Celebrate Civic Learning Week, March 10-14
This week is Civic Learning Week! This annual celebration of the importance of civics is an opportunity to sustain and strengthen democracy in the United States.
COMMENTARY: Secretary of state on ‘free, fair, accessible, secure elections’
The General Election is less than two weeks away. As the rhetoric and “noise” intensifies, it’s worth a reminder that Vermont’s elections are not only among the most accessible in the country, they are also incredibly secure.
Celebrate Civic Learning Week, March 11-15
With Town Meeting Day and the Presidential Primary only a few days behind us, civic life is front and center in the minds of many Vermonters right now.
Sec. of State: Get out there and vote!
As Vermont’s Secretary of State and Chief Elections Officer, it’s my job to help sustain and defend democracy – the form of government in which we the people choose our leaders and decide issues by voting.

COMMENTARY: Vt. Secretary of State issues statement on 2024 Presidential Primary Ballot
As Vermont’s Secretary of State, I take nothing more seriously than my non-partisan role as Vermont’s Chief Elections Officer and overseeing free, fair, accessible and transparent elections.
Secretary of State: Vermont’s climate crisis demands action
It is time for the governor to pivot on climate policy. There are a few simple things the governor can do right now to make a difference and help Vermont be a leader in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. And more importantly, prevent greater tragedy.