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Student tells House Education panel Senate Bill 227 would help immigrant students feel safer in school

House Education Committee · April 22, 2026
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Summary

Irina, a Colchester High School student representing Outright Vermont, told the House Education Committee that Senate Bill 227 would create clear school policies and connections to support organizations that help immigrant students feel secure enough to learn; the committee discussed timing a vote at 3:30 p.m.

Irina, a student at Colchester High School representing Outright Vermont, told the House Education Committee on April 22 that passage of Senate Bill 227 would give immigrant students clearer protections and support from schools.

"They participate. They lead, and they are constantly fighting for change," Irina said,…

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