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“I said last year, and I still believe there are the votes in the House to pass Death with Dignity legislation.”

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Shap Smith is a speaker of the Vermont House of Representatives from Vermont. Born on December 16, 1965, he has been active in the political field. Smith has held a significant position in the state's political landscape as the Speaker of the Vermont House of Representatives. more

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