For over 25 years, Doug Racine has served Vermonters, both as State Senator and as Lieutenant Governor.
From 1983 to 1992, Doug was a State Senator, serving Chittenden County. Over this span, Doug served in many capacities, including as a member of the Senate Natural Resources and Energy Committee, the Health and Human Services Committee, the Appropriations Committee and the Joint Rules Committee.
Doug was elected by his peers in the Senate to be Senate President Pro Tempore for two terms, from 1989-1992.
From 1997-2002, Doug served three terms as Lieutenant Governor, defeating John Carroll, Barbara Snelling, and Brian Dubie. Doug’s record of balanced budgets during his Lt. Governor tenure alongside Gov. Dean earned Vermont its highest bond rating in 30 years and the highest rating in New England.
From 2007 until today, Doug has served again as State Senator for Chittenden County. Doug is currently the chair of the Senate Health and Welfare Committee and a member of the Senate Economic Development, Housing and General Affairs Committee.
Doug is currently the co-chair of the Vermont Child Poverty Council and formerly a Board Member of Voices for Vermont’s Children.
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Doug’s Accomplishments
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Making Government Responsive and Responsible »
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I'm For Doug
Andi Rosin, Berlin
“Doug understands that all Vermonters should have access to health care, and he knows that Vermont needs to lead the way in promoting clean energy. Doug also understands the balance between bringing new businesses to Vermont while still preserving our beautiful environment.”





