# Vermont legislative and local elections > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/vermont-legislative-and-local-elections > Updated: 2026-10-27T21:00:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Campaigning is underway for various legislative and local positions in Vermont. In the race for the House of Representatives representing Chester, Windham, Grafton, and Athens, candidates Tom Charlton and William Hoser are competing. Charlton is supported by those seeking common-sense leadership, while critics point to his voting record on childcare grants and data center transparency. Hoser, a physician assistant and small business owner, is campaigning on healthcare access and rural living issues. Broader Republican efforts include the Senate Minority Leader seeking reelection in the Caledonia District with a platform focused on tax relief, affordable healthcare, housing, and infrastructure. Meanwhile, local campaigns have seen discussions regarding the transparency of political messaging, with candidates like Will Hoser advocating for universal primary healthcare and constitutional amendments related to unionization and non-discrimination rights. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-27: Vermont legislative and local election campaigns Republican candidates in Vermont are campaigning for legislative and local seats, focusing on issues such as tax relief, healthcare affordability, and rural economic development. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vermont-legislative-and-local-election-campaigns ### 2026-10-12: Vermont House of Representatives candidates Tom Charlton and William Hoser compete Tom Charlton and William Hoser are running for the Vermont House of Representatives, with debates centering on healthcare, childcare funding, and utility regulations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vermont-house-of-representatives-candidates-tom-charlton-and-william-hoser-compete --- Cite as: Vermont legislative and local elections. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/vermont-legislative-and-local-elections