Richard Bailey

RICHARD BAILEY of Hyde Park, VT (Lamoille County), Republican, was born in Morristown, VT. He was educated at Morristown Elementary and Peoples Academy. He attended Northeastern University in Boston, graduating with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Recently retired, his career included working for a wide range of Vermont companies in the energy field, transport services, and wholesale supply. He served on the Lamoille County Planning Commission as a Director from Hyde Park for 13 years. He was elected Justice of the Peace, Morristown, now Hyde Park, and Hyde Park School Board Director for four years. Governors appointed him to the Lottery Commission, 2004–2011, and Vermont Transportation Board, 2015–2024. A lifelong Vermont resident, Richard is happily married to his wife, Jan. They have lived in Hyde Park since 1994 and share their home with two rescued dogs. Member of the House of Representatives: 2025–present.