David Weeks

David Weeks was born in Wallingford, Vermont, and lives in Proctor, Vermont. Weeks graduated from Mill River Union High School. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and reached the rank of Navy Captain. He then affiliated with the U.S. Navy Reserves. Weeks earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Vermont, an M.B.A. from the University of San Diego, an M.P.A. from Villanova University, and a master’s in strategic studies from Army Staff College. His career experience includes working in high technology operations and project management, specializing in international fixed-price contracts, difficult clients, and high-risk endeavors with the U.S. military.[1]

Weeks volunteered with the Boy/Girl Scout Council Executive Board of Directors and the Eagle Scout Alumni Association Board of Directors. He became a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, Iraq Veterans of America, Navy League, and Naval Institute.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Currently Serving as the Vermont State Senator Representing Rutland County.

International Fixed Price Project Specialist … Risk Manager … Motivator .... Strategic Planner

Proven executive with an international record of accomplishment leading operations, pursuits, and business development for 35 years in all aspects of high technology leadership and project management in the multi-billion dollar range. Succeeded in various leadership positions at Fortune 500 companies in the aerospace and defense sectors in Middle East, Europe, Far East and US.

State Senator elected in the 2022 and 2024 elections serving on the following committees:

Full time committees:

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Vice Chairman – Senate Education Committee

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Senate Economic Development and Housing Committee

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Former Vice Chairman – Senate Health and Welfare Committee

Part time committees:

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Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules (LCAR)

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Joint Information Technology Oversight Committee (JITOC)

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State Aid for School Construction Working Group

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Joint School Construction Task Force

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Education Committee of Conference

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VT Web Portal Board

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Veteran Affairs and National Guard Caucus

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New England Legislative Delegation to Taiwan

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Joint Legislative Justice Oversight Committee (Health/Welfare Support)

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Joint Emergency Housing Transition Committee (Health/Welfare Support)

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?

Vermont’s healthcare system is completely out of control. As I have said many times on the Senate floor and as a member of the Health/Welfare Committee, the situation is less complicated than some suggest. Vermont’s healthcare costs are three times those of neighboring New Hampshire - an entirely unsustainable level.Immediately flatten Vermont’s budget/taxes and reprioritize how we spend our revenue for the benefit of all Vermonters not simply special interests.As a matter of priority, Vermont must address the lack of 21st-century transportation systems across much of the state and the resulting stagnation of Vermont’s economy.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

State and Regional Economic Development.

Transportation.

Housing.

Healthcare.

Education, both primary and secondary.

Taxation and appropriations.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Governor Phil Scott and Governor Jim Douglas

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