The Vermont Senate has introduced a resolution opposing recent federal actions that threaten public health, particularly those initiated by the Trump Administration. Key concerns highlighted in the resolution include the withdrawal of the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO), which is crucial for global health initiatives and emergency responses, and the significant job cuts at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These cuts are seen as detrimental to various public health programs, including those focused on injury prevention, mental health, and maternal health, as well as tobacco regulation efforts that impact youth in Vermont.

Additionally, the resolution criticizes the National Institutes of Health for refusing to fund programs that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, which could hinder medical research and exacerbate health inequities. It also addresses the $1 billion cut in federal grants for mental health services in schools, which threatens access to essential support for youth. The Vermont Senate expresses its commitment to supporting science and urges the swift reversal of these federal actions, directing the Secretary of the Senate to communicate this resolution to key federal officials and the Vermont Congressional Delegation.