For Immediate Release

 

March 24, 2026

 

CHARLOTTE, VT—Dr. Elizabeth Hunt of Charlotte has officially announced her candidacy for the Vermont State Senate in the Chittenden Southeast District for the 2026 election.

 

Dr. Hunt, 52, is a mother of three children in the public school system and an independent primary care physician practicing in South Burlington. Over the course of her career, she has cared for thousands of Vermont families while contributing to statewide efforts to strengthen primary care, improve health care delivery, and support long‑term investment in communities as a child advocate and public health champion.

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“As a working physician, I see firsthand the challenges Vermonters face every day,” Hunt said. “Having someone at the policy table who understands the realities of our health care system—and the broader economic pressures on families—is essential.”

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Hunt believes Vermont’s citizen legislature is strengthened when professionals from diverse fields bring their lived experience to policymaking. She plans to focus on practical, forward‑looking solutions to reduce health care costs, expand access, and address the interconnected issues of housing, education, and economic stability. Her work with a wide cross‑section of Chittenden County residents gives her a grounded perspective on the needs of local communities.

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The campaign will officially kick off with the Hunt for Vermont Launch Party on March 31 at 6:30 PM at The Old Lantern in Charlotte, VT. Supporters, community members, and their children are invited to attend.

 

For more information, visit huntforvermont.com or follow the campaign on Facebook and Instagram.