Vermont Manufacturing Day offers manufacturing businesses and industry leaders the opportunity to connect with legislators and highlight the manufacturing sector’s significant contributions to Vermont’s economy. Join the celebration at the State House and help raise awareness of the vital role manufacturing plays in Vermont’s prosperity. This is a free event.
The industry generates a $3 billion annual economic impact, representing over 8% of the state’s GDP and supporting 30,000 jobs—9% of Vermont’s workforce.
WHEN?
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
WHERE?
WHAT TIME?
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
8:00– Coffee and Networking (Room 11)
9:00– Joint Hearing of Senate Committee on Economic Development, Housing and General Affairs and House Committee on Commerce and Economic Development (Room 11)
10:30– Listening Session with Key Legislative Leaders (Room 11)
11:00– Time to network, coordinate a time to meet with your representatives and get updates from AIV and VT Chamber Government Affairs staff (Cafeteria)
12:00– Press Conference (Cedar Creek Room)
1:00– Resolution read on the House floor
FAQ
Have a question about participating in Vermont Manufacturing Day at the State House? Before you arrive, check out the answers to this list of frequently asked questions:
Events are taking place throughout the day and you are welcome to attend any, or all, of them. We especially encourage you to attend the business testimony and listening sessions to ensure the full force of the industry is represented.
Manufacturing Day at the State House is packed with options for partners to participate.
- Attend the Business Testimonies- Support industry leaders who will be testifying before critical committees.
- Attend Listening Sessions with policy leaders.
- Visit Your Legislators- Partners are encouraged to connect and schedule meetings with your local legislators throughout the day. Please see “How do I schedule time with my legislators?” below for more information.
There is on-street metered parking within the Capitol District. Paid parking is also available throughout downtown Montpelier, just a few blocks away.
Parking spaces near the State House tend to fill up early in the day. Free parking is offered in a nearby lot at the Vermont Department of Labor (5 Green Mountain Drive). Service between Department of Labor Park and Ride and the Capitol District is available via MyRide by GMT (GMT strongly recommends pre booking your ride via the MyRide by GMT app (The MyRide by GMT app is available for download at the Apple Store and Google Play Store) or by calling 802-540-2468). For more information visit Green Mountain Transit.
- Find the legislative districts you are located in here, if needed.
- Contact your legislators’ offices by email or phone to let them know that you will be attending Vermont Manufacturing Day on February 26, 2025 and would like to meet with them during lunch or the reception.
- Having trouble finding their contact information? Contact the Sergeant at Arms’ office at 802-828-2228 or sgtatarms@leg.state.vt.us.
EVENT SPONSORS
QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions about the event, please contact Karen Duguay, Senior Director of Programming.
