United States House of Representatives election in Vermont, 2024

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Vermont's At-large Congressional District
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Election details
Filing deadline: May 30, 2024
Primary: August 13, 2024 General: November 5, 2024
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Poll times: Open between 5 a.m. to 10 a.m.; close at 7 p.m. Voting in Vermont
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Cook Political Report: Solid Democratic DDHQ and The Hill: Safe Democratic Inside Elections: Solid Democratic Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Democratic
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The U.S. House of Representatives election in Vermont was on November 5, 2024. Voters elected one candidate to serve in the U.S. House from the state's one at-large U.S. House district. The primary was August 13, 2024. The filing deadline was May 30, 2024.

The outcome of this race affected the partisan balance of the U.S. House of Representatives in the 119th Congress. All 435 House districts were up for election.

At the time of the election, Republicans held a 220-212 majority with three vacancies. As a result of the election, Republicans retained control of the U.S. House, winning 220 seats to Democrats' 215. To read more about the 2024 U.S. House elections, click here.

In the 2022 election in this district, the Democratic candidate won 62.6%-27.8%. Daily Kos calculated what the results of the 2020 presidential election in this district would have been following redistricting. Joe Biden (D) would have defeated Donald Trump (R) 66.4%-30.8%.

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Candidates and election results

General election

General election for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

Incumbent Becca Balint defeated Mark Coester, Adam Ortiz, and Jessica Diamondstone in the general election for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Becca Balint (D)	62.3	218,398
		Mark Coester (R / L)	29.8	104,451
		Adam Ortiz (Independent)	5.5	19,286
		Jessica Diamondstone (Green Mountain Peace and Justice Party of Vermont)	2.2	7,552
		Other/Write-in votes	0.3	929

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 350,616
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

Incumbent Becca Balint advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on August 13, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Becca Balint	99.0	47,638
		Other/Write-in votes	1.0	465

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 48,103
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

Mark Coester advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on August 13, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mark Coester	97.2	19,459
		Other/Write-in votes	2.8	551

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 20,010
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Candidate profiles

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Mark Coester

Party: Republican Party, Libertarian Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography:  "I am a Republican / Male , living in Vermont for 51 years now , I was Born in Concord , Mass. moved to Vermont in 1972 . There are so many wonders and good things about our State that I have experienced first hand in 1/2 a Century along with a decline of vitality in many of our comunities . Having had the opportunity to travle to 48 of our 50 States of this Great Nation ,meeting people from all walks of life . Experiencing first hand much that is beyond the imagination , this has given me a strong sense of America and our beloved U.S.A . International experiences began for me at the age of 15 , as my Father began to teach me more about the world. Since those times I sought out history , culture old and new in 20+ nations again connecting with citizens from all walks of life . It is my strong opinion that the U.S. Constitution , the Bill of Rights and Love of our Country is the one thing that binds us together as Americans . While many believe the American Revolution began with the Battle of Lexington and Concord , ( where I was Born ) a little know battle called the Westminster Massacre in southern Vermont is more likely the first blood shed 2 months prior to the Battle of Lexington and Concord . 500 citizens rallied the day after that event to arrest the Judges and officials of King Georges Courts , never again to hold court in my County . Almost daily I drive by that Monument . Lastly , I am not a Politition , I am a Citizen of America and Vermont."

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Key Messages

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As a Candidate upon winning an election is bound to swear an Oath the Constitution. it is most important to uphold that Oath. The second paragraph of the United States Declaration of Independence starts: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.

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As I myself am a Student of life , Education is very important to me . Without some long diatribe in to current problems , I remain stedfast in the need for core curriculum for our young upcoming citizens that encourages independent study outside of classrooms and the re introduction of Civics and Citizenship in to core curriculum . Recalling , Abrham Lincoln was in fact self educated with only a third grade education yet became one of our most respected Presidents . America can do better with education for the children . It is frustrating to say the least, that many after 12 years of education read and write at a 3 grade level . let us not forget Fredric Douglass , an escaped slave that became an Advisor to 6 Presidents.

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To serve ones State or our fine nation is a gift , a blessing from our Citizens . Let us have Term Limits for all elected representatives . George Washington begins his address by explaining his decision to not seek a third term as president. He had hoped to retire after his first term, he says, but for the “critical posture of our affairs with foreign nations, and the unanimous advice of persons entitled to my confidence impelled me to abandon the idea.” Career Polititions seem to be out of touch with citizens and the realities most face in every day life . Not every person elected will be perfect , we are not God . Each elected should do their very best , then move on . let us not be so far removed from Reality .

This information was current as of the candidate's run for U.S. House Vermont At-large District in 2024.

Adam Ortiz

Party: Independent

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography:  "I am a real rude guy vs a fake nice guy. The job is to bring in opportunities to my State. Needs vs Wants My conflict resolution is yes ing people. If there rite I play it off like I believed in then the hole time. More times then not I'm rite then all there is quite allowing me to accomplish objectives faster. I want to win and we are on the same team. So if I help you win I win. Team player no ego , lots of other people's wins are not there's. There is no us and them we are all connected. I worked on jobs that required different trades . Each trade believes there's is the most important and there all correct. I'd like you to think of people who don't get along do you keep them apart. Same is true when different trades don't get along. It may not be pleasant but the bigger picture require people that don't play well with others to be at there best to Perform. I dot every eye Cross every tea and check every box Big things are lots of small things put together. So be Meticulous and get ahead of things before they get bigger Clean air Clean water Nutritionist portion control meals Protection from the elements Maintaining Hygiene That just the basics required to navigate most Societies Education is not one size fits all Credit score is required to accomplish different objectives. So maybe we bring back banking classes so the next-generation can better handle there financially matters. Math might cover interest rate?"

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Key Messages

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There is no us and them we are all extensions of each other. Bipartisan issue don't change. So Infrastructure is not just construction. Health care is more then pills. Catch Phrases vs actions and actions without a clear understanding of all factors will not yield the desired results. I will be your support system a team player.

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People you may not like agree with or tolerate still contribute to society. I understand children that throw tantrums just get older. Understanding this Unifying people may not be as productive as some believe. Same children separate them same as those in your circle that don't play nice. We have wants and we have needs There's a difference between a protest and a tantrum . Conflict resolution is not the same as giving in

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Lead by example. If the Vermont Guard is deployed I will be as well. I can't understand how anyone that has never been in a fight has any say so over matters that require aggression. Same as how many others that ment well. Nice people should stick to PG rated topics. To fund projects feelings will get hurt. Everyone will not get everything all the time. So tantrums will happen Buyers save money. We have lot's of Agencies requiring the same item. One buyer buying many of the same items vs many buyers buying one item. If a project has required items the project will be less if we provide them I'm here to do a job and will be an extension of your will. I will speak plain and to the point.

This information was current as of the candidate's run for U.S. House Vermont At-large District in 2024.

Voting information

See also: Voting in Vermont

Election information in Vermont: Nov. 5, 2024, election.

What was the voter registration deadline?

• In-person: Nov. 5, 2024
• By mail: Received by Nov. 5, 2024
• Online: Nov. 5, 2024

Was absentee/mail-in voting available to all voters?

Yes

What was the absentee/mail-in ballot request deadline?

• In-person: N/A
• By mail: N/A by N/A
• Online: N/A

What was the absentee/mail-in ballot return deadline?

• In-person: Nov. 5, 2024
• By mail: Received by Nov. 4, 2024

Was early voting available to all voters?

Yes

What were the early voting start and end dates?

Sep. 21, 2024 to Nov. 4, 2024

Were all voters required to present ID at the polls? If so, was a photo or non-photo ID required?

N/A

When were polls open on Election Day?

10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (EST)

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Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

As a Candidate upon winning an election is bound to swear an Oath the Constitution.

it is most important to uphold that Oath.

The second paragraph of the United States Declaration of Independence starts: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.

As I myself am a Student of life , Education is very important to me . Without some long diatribe in to current problems , I remain stedfast in the need for core curriculum for our young upcoming citizens that encourages independent study outside of classrooms and the re introduction of Civics and Citizenship in to core curriculum . Recalling , Abrham Lincoln was in fact self educated with only a third grade education yet became one of our most respected Presidents .

America can do better with education for the children . It is frustrating to say the least, that many after 12 years of education read and write at a 3 grade level . let us not forget Fredric Douglass , an escaped slave that became an Advisor to 6 Presidents.

To serve ones State or our fine nation is a gift , a blessing from our Citizens . Let us have Term Limits for all elected representatives .

George Washington begins his address by explaining his decision to not seek a third term as president. He had hoped to retire after his first term, he says, but for the “critical posture of our affairs with foreign nations, and the unanimous advice of persons entitled to my confidence impelled me to abandon the idea.”

Career Polititions seem to be out of touch with citizens and the realities most face in every day life . Not every person elected will be perfect , we are not God . Each elected should do their very best , then move on .

let us not be so far removed from Reality .

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

There is no us and them we are all extensions of each other. Bipartisan issue don't change. So Infrastructure is not just construction. Health care is more then pills. Catch Phrases vs actions and actions without a clear understanding of all factors will not yield the desired results.

I will be your support system a team player.

People you may not like agree with or tolerate still contribute to society. I understand children that throw tantrums just get older. Understanding this Unifying people may not be as productive as some believe. Same children separate them same as those in your circle that don't play nice.

We have wants and we have needs

There's a difference between a protest and a tantrum .

Conflict resolution is not the same as giving in

Lead by example. If the Vermont Guard is deployed I will be as well. I can't understand how anyone that has never been in a fight has any say so over matters that require aggression.

Same as how many others that ment well. Nice people should stick to PG rated topics.

To fund projects feelings will get hurt. Everyone will not get everything all the time. So tantrums will happen

Buyers save money. We have lot's of Agencies requiring the same item. One buyer buying many of the same items vs many buyers buying one item.

If a project has required items the project will be less if we provide them

I'm here to do a job and will be an extension of your will.

I will speak plain and to the point.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

Following the Constitution .

Torte Law ( Case Law ) Constitutional law , should be closely examined by citizens .

Immigration . The United States has Immigration laws in place that should be followed. ( Secure Borders )

Smaller Government . Transparency and accountability are critical to public trust . ( Reduce Taxes ) One topic one bill , eliminate pork .

Quality Education . Encourage excellence to continue to grow beyond the clasroom ( Affordable Education )

Civics and Citizenship. Let us not be engaged in governing for personal partisan agendas , but for the best intrests and rights of our fellow citizens . ( Term Limits )

Slavery .

The slavery of humans exists in America . ( End Human Trafficking )

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

We are all connected and topics that are needs take precedent . Self-preservation requires environmental issues take priority. What is the quality of life of anyone in an unsafe environment.

Quality of life is life

If your not alive all topics are void

So if a member of the team is risking us all handling is necessary.

Mental health is health Dental , Hygiene , Sleep , Streanth Training Cardio & Stretching are basic preventing

I may not say eye told you so but my body language will give me away that I'm thinking it.

Preventing is my normal

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

God , Jesus Christ , and My Grandfathers from both sides of the Ocean

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

I'm an old man those days are behind me

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

No

I will copy what works and listen to subject matter experts

I basically YouTube most things

This job is the same as a group assignment and my grades are the lowest in the class so I got myself on the team with the smart kids. I do all the jobs they don't want to do and they do all the jobs I don't want to do.

I'm going to get a passing grade

You win I win

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

First and foremost , honesty . To be able to admit ( I don't Know ) but I will do my best to find out and do my due dillegence .

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

Show up to work ready to work. There is no personal time you are on call all day every day no sleep 24 7

These tantrums are not OK

Narcissism put others at risk

People that are enjoyable company are just that .

I will always place the mission 1st

My needs and wants are void

See a need within your abilities and fill it

If it is in your abilities it is your responsibility

The person who is able is the person who will do something or leave things as they are

Looking the part is just a work uniform and nice haircut. Being polite can get expensive. Being rude and Alienate . Don't get played or be a door mat dismissing people won't help accomplish objectives

We live here we take care of here

Subject matter experts from different trades don't get along all the time or like the same recreational activities

Say the truth and factor in all factors. All factors might be unpleasant or unpopular. Being PG rated will hinder accomplishing an objective.

Be what the situation requires

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

A respect and love of Humanity in General

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

I become my job. That's not healthy in the civilian world but don't you want me to give everything to the job?

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

To uphold the Constitution . "I, AB, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter. So help me God."

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

Go to work every day. No tantrums Mission comes 1st

What legacy would you like to leave?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

Critical thinking and Dicernment

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

History will forget me . The work I do will last generations

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

Apollo 11

Neil Armstrong exited the spacecraft and became the first human to walk on the moon. As an estimated 650 million people watched, Armstrong proclaimed "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."

This story on the solar eclipse of March 7, 1970, was published in the Sunday Telegram of March 8, 1970. It describes a viewing event at the Worcester Science Center, now the EcoTarium. There was little traffic in the city yesterday during the solar eclipse. As the sky darkened, everything seemed to quiet down.

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

Do I really need to say it out loud

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

Self Employed , for 3 years beginning at 10 years old .

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

Shoveling snow When it snowed

What is your favorite book? Why?

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

None I read when the author hands me a copy to ask what I think

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

I'm to old to think that way

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

None

That doesn't happen to me

I'm only on task

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

Health

I got sick and I'm still recovering

Before my time is up I will repay the kindness shown to me

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

The U.S. House of Representatives a unique set of powers in the federal government, embodying the framers' intent to make it uniquely responsive to the will of the people.

The House has several powers assigned exclusively to it, including the power to initiate revenue bills, impeach federal officials, and elect the President in the case of an Electoral College tie.

Also the U.S. House has the power to declare war , or not . ( NOT ) being my prefrence

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

It's a 2 year term so if you don't do your job your out

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

No

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

What is nice and what is necessary is not the same thing. How many look good on paper but get nothing accomplished

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

Unification of citizens of The United States of America as one nation

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

Getting egos in check to get the work done.

A $500 a month studio is possible in the same building as a $5,000 a month penthouse.

Standing shower no frills vs all the bells and Whistles .

Rural Development needs to be stream line. We speak American English and each part of every part has there own way of communicating. We need social workers that can translate local dialect.

Homeless and nomadic is not the same thing. Social workers thar can get paperwork together and address the individual needs of each person.

Old people need to use the bathroom and are in mobility scooters so the the new bathrooms need to fit them.

The roads are in need of replacement not repair better technology is available.

Every day is green up day . All issues are connected to the environment. The food you eat the air you breath the water you drink.

Someone else's bad day can become your bad day. So let's be nice so other people aren't affecting a total stranger.

The education system needs to update to current requirements for society. Trade schools are an option not everyone should be the same job.

All paperwork together is necessary to navigate society. One size fits all is not real

Old technology is now new technology. This was done with art classes. A different way of looking at things was possible from creativity being Nurtured . The arts help strangers feel connected.

What is now wasn't but is because of creativity

So let kids be kids

To know the future we must look to the past. History repeats itself.

Prevent not deal with after

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

Yes

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

Yes

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

Yes , across the board all the way down to the towns as well as every government agency

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

It's up to the voter's to decide.

My life expectancy is not the same as others. I will serve and mentor

The voter's decide not a select self appointed few

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

Calvin Coolidge

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

No

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

The opposite Talk without results

Tell us your favorite joke.

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

No PG rated

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

Yes , compromise is necessary as long as it does not fall outside of up holding the oath and remains in the best interests of the Citizens of the United States

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

Yes

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

Vermont is likely to be in trouble finantially for numerous reasons not whole within our control , with financial transparency and government accountability I would like to see my state get back on its feet and be able to cover its own expenses with buisness ,industry and ingenuity as was once a norm for the northern industrious people .

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

I know how to save money. The same money can get more done

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

Thoroughly in a truthfull and non partisan manner.

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

To enforce the rule that are on the books now.

How should things be and investigate why they are not

Have an answer before the question is asked

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

Not a joke All of them said they will after I win

What committees interest you?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

Agriculture.

Appropriations. Armed Services. Education and the Workforce.

Energy and Commerce.

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

Rural Development

Housing

Everything is connected to the environment

Veteran's

I will stay in my lane

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Mark Coester (Republican, Libertarian)

This is no joke .

Lack of financial transparency and government accountability is one of the main reasons citizens on both sides of the political spectrum do not trust the Government nor politicians of either party . General transparency goes far beyond that , while certain things do require a security clearence for reasons of national security .

For the most part the smoke and mirrors game should end for much more than just finantial transparency

Adam Ortiz (Independent)

Please put people that understand money in charge of money .

Get your ego out of the Equation

Saving money can be expensive. Spend a bit more to have a higher quality job. I understand that the price goes up once GOVERNMENT is part of the bid the price goes up. That's called aggression tax there's so much stress connected to government contracts the money is not worth the stress.

Stream line

I like to show it's possible. I find a deals by just shopping around and comparing prices

Don't say it's for us and the price won't be so high.

What saves money and just do that

Campaign finance

Name	Party	Receipts*	Disbursements**	Cash on hand	Date
Becca Balint	Democratic Party	$1,375,864	$1,280,641	$126,779	As of December 31, 2024
Mark Coester	Republican Party, Libertarian Party	$191,333	$177,589	$-9,070	As of December 31, 2024
Jessica Diamondstone	Green Mountain Peace and Justice Party of Vermont	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Adam Ortiz	Independent	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2024. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC). * According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." ** According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election. *** Candidate either did not report any receipts or disbursements to the FEC, or Ballotpedia did not find an FEC candidate ID.

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The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic
Decision Desk HQ and The Hill	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic	Solid Democratic
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic	Safe Democratic
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week.

Ballot access

The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in Vermont in the 2024 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in Vermont, click here.

Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2024
State	Office	Party	Signatures required	Filing fee	Filing deadline	Source
Vermont	U.S. House	Major party	500	N/A	5/30/2024	Source
Vermont	U.S. House	Unaffiliated	500	N/A	8/8/2024	Source

District analysis

• Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2024 U.S. House elections in the state.
• Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
• State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.

• Competitiveness
• Presidential elections
• State party control

See also: Primary election competitiveness in state and federal government, 2024

This section contains data on U.S. House primary election competitiveness in Vermont.

Vermont U.S. House competitiveness, 2014-2024
Office	Districts/ offices	Seats	Open seats	Candidates	Possible primaries	Contested Democratic primaries	Contested Republican primaries	% of contested primaries	Incumbents in contested primaries	% of incumbents in contested primaries
2024	1	1	0	2	2	0	0	0.0%	0	0.0%
2022	1	1	1	7	2	1	1	100.0%	0	N/A
2020	1	1	0	6	2	1	1	100.0%	1	100.0%
2018	1	1	0	5	2	1	1	100.0%	1	100.0%
2016	1	1	0	1	2	0	0	0.0%	0	0.0%
2014	1	1	0	4	2	0	1	50.0%	0	0.0%

Post-filing deadline analysis

The following analysis covers all U.S. House districts up for election in Vermont in 2024. Information below was calculated on June 19, 2024, and may differ from information shown in the table above due to candidate replacements and withdrawals after that time.

Two candidates ran for Vermont’s one U.S. House district—one Democrat and one Republican. Seven candidates ran in 2022, six candidates ran in 2020, and five ran in 2018. The number of candidates who ran for the U.S. House in Vermont in 2024 is also the fewest since 2016 when one candidate ran.

Vermont's At-Large Congressional District was not open in 2024 because incumbent Rep. Becca Balint (D) ran for re-election. The only election year that the district was open in the last 10 years was 2022.

Neither the Democratic nor Republican primaries were contested in 2024. The last time both primaries were uncontested was 2016.

Candidates filed to run in the Republican and Democratic primaries, meaning the seat was not guaranteed to either party.

Partisan Voter Index

See also: The Cook Political Report's Partisan Voter Index

Heading into the 2024 elections, based on results from the 2020 and 2016 presidential elections, the Cook Partisan Voter Index for this district was D+16. This meant that in those two presidential elections, this district's results were 16 percentage points more Democratic than the national average. This made Vermont's At-Large the 90th most Democratic district nationally.

2020 presidential election results

The table below shows what the vote in the 2020 presidential election would have been in this district. The presidential election data was compiled by Daily Kos.

2020 presidential results in Vermont's At-Large based on 2024 district lines
Joe Biden	Donald Trump
66.4%	30.8%

Inside Elections Baselines

See also: Inside Elections

Inside Elections' Baseline is a figure that analyzes all federal and statewide election results from the district over the past four election cycles. The results are combined in an index estimating the strength of a typical Democratic or Republican candidate in the congressional district. The table below displays the Baseline data for this district.

Inside Elections Baseline for 2024
Democratic Baseline	Republican Baseline	Difference
58.3	36.4	D+21.9

Presidential voting history

See also: Presidential election in Vermont, 2020

Vermont presidential election results (1900-2020)

• 9 Democratic wins
• 22 Republican wins

Year	1900	1904	1908	1912	1916	1920	1924	1928	1932	1936	1940	1944	1948	1952	1956	1960	1964	1968	1972	1976	1980	1984	1988	1992	1996	2000	2004	2008	2012	2016	2020
Winning Party	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

See also: Party control of Vermont state government

Congressional delegation

The table below displays the partisan composition of Vermont's congressional delegation as of May 2024.

Congressional Partisan Breakdown from Vermont
Party	U.S. Senate	U.S. House	Total
Democratic	1	1	2
Republican	0	0	0
Independent	1	0	1
Vacancies	0	0	0
Total	2	1	3

State executive

The table below displays the officeholders in Vermont's top four state executive offices as of May 2024.

State executive officials in Vermont, May 2024
Office	Officeholder
Governor	Phil Scott
Lieutenant Governor	David Zuckerman
Secretary of State	Sarah Copeland Hanzas
Attorney General	Charity Clark

State legislature

Vermont State Senate

Party		As of February 2024
	Democratic Party	22
	Republican Party	7
	Vermont Progressive Party	1
	Other	0
	Vacancies	0
Total		30

Vermont House of Representatives

Party		As of February 2024
	Democratic Party	106
	Republican Party	37
	Vermont Progressive Party	3
	Independent	3
	Libertarian Party	1
	Other	0
	Vacancies	0
Total		150

Trifecta control

The table below shows the state's trifecta status from 1992 until the 2024 election.

Vermont Party Control: 1992-2024
Ten years of Democratic trifectas  •  No Republican trifectas
Scroll left and right on the table below to view more years.

Year	92	93	94	95	96	97	98	99	00	01	02	03	04	05	06	07	08	09	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20	21	22	23	24
Governor	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R
Senate	D	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D
House	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

District history

The section below details election results for this office in elections dating back to 2018.

2022

See also: United States House of Representatives election in Vermont, 2022

General election

General election for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

The following candidates ran in the general election for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Becca Balint (D)	62.6	176,494
		Liam Madden (R)	27.8	78,397
		Ericka Redic (L)	4.5	12,590
		Matt Druzba (Independent)	2.0	5,737
	Submit photo	Luke Talbot (Independent)	1.6	4,428
		Adam Ortiz (Independent)	1.2	3,376
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	1,004

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 282,026
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Barbara Nolfi (Vermont Progressive Party)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

Becca Balint defeated Molly Gray, Louis Meyers, and Sianay Clifford (Unofficially withdrew) in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on August 9, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Becca Balint	60.5	61,025
		Molly Gray	36.9	37,266
		Louis Meyers	1.6	1,593
		Sianay Clifford (Unofficially withdrew)	0.9	885
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	145

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 100,914
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Kesha Ram Hinsdale (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

Liam Madden defeated Ericka Redic and Anya Tynio in the Republican primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on August 9, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Liam Madden	40.0	10,701
		Ericka Redic	30.8	8,255
		Anya Tynio	25.8	6,908
		Other/Write-in votes	3.4	914

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 26,778
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Vermont Progressive Party primary election

Vermont Progressive Party primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

Barbara Nolfi advanced from the Vermont Progressive Party primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on August 9, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Barbara Nolfi	82.8	439
		Other/Write-in votes	17.2	91

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 530
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2020

See also: Vermont's At-Large Congressional District election, 2020

General election

General election for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

The following candidates ran in the general election for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Peter Welch (D)	67.3	238,827
		Miriam Berry (R)	27.0	95,830
	Submit photo	Peter Becker (Independent)	2.3	8,065
	Submit photo	Marcia Horne (Independent)	1.2	4,334
		Christopher Helali (Party of Communists USA)	1.0	3,432
	Submit photo	Shawn Orr (Independent)	0.5	1,926
		Jerry Trudell (Independent)	0.5	1,881
		Other/Write-in votes	0.2	542

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 354,837
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Chris Brimmer (Vermont Progressive Party)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

Incumbent Peter Welch defeated Ralph Corbo in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on August 11, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Peter Welch	95.5	101,566
	Submit photo	Ralph Corbo	4.3	4,599
		Other/Write-in votes	0.2	237

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 106,402 (100.00% precincts reporting)
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Andrew Straw (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

Miriam Berry defeated Justin Tuthill, Anya Tynio, and Jimmy Rodriguez in the Republican primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on August 11, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Miriam Berry	32.5	14,368
		Justin Tuthill	24.7	10,915
		Anya Tynio	20.0	8,830
		Jimmy Rodriguez	18.8	8,290
		Other/Write-in votes	4.0	1,789

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 44,192 (100.00% precincts reporting)
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Vermont Progressive Party primary election

Vermont Progressive Party primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

Chris Brimmer defeated Cris Ericson in the Vermont Progressive Party primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on August 11, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Chris Brimmer	58.0	469
		Cris Ericson	29.2	236
		Other/Write-in votes	12.7	103

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 808 (100.00% precincts reporting)
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2018

See also: Vermont's At-Large Congressional District election, 2018

General election

General election for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

Incumbent Peter Welch defeated Anya Tynio, Cris Ericson, and Laura Potter in the general election for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Peter Welch (D)	69.2	188,547
		Anya Tynio (R)	26.0	70,705
		Cris Ericson (Independent)	3.3	9,110
	Submit photo	Laura Potter (Liberty Union Party)	1.4	3,924
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	165

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 272,451
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• H. Brooke Paige (R)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

Incumbent Peter Welch defeated Daniel Freilich and Ben Mitchell in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on August 14, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Peter Welch	84.0	54,330
		Daniel Freilich	11.9	7,711
		Ben Mitchell	4.1	2,624

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 64,665
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District

H. Brooke Paige defeated Anya Tynio in the Republican primary for U.S. House Vermont At-large District on August 14, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		H. Brooke Paige	63.3	14,272
		Anya Tynio	36.7	8,261

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 22,533
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See also

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Footnotes

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Vermont's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

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Peter Welch (D)

Representatives

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Independent (1)

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