Emily J. Long is a Democratic representative for Windham-5 in the Vermont House of Representatives, serving since 2015. Born on June 30, 1959, in Townshend, Vermont, she grew up in a large family on a small farm in Newfane, Windham County, where community service was emphasized. Married to artist John, they have operated a family art business since 1978 and have two children and one grandchild. A passionate advocate for public education, she serves on the House Committee on Education and has held leadership roles including House Majority Leader and Assistant Majority Leader previously. Notable achievements include a near-perfect lifetime score of 98% from Vermont Conservation Voters and long-term service on school boards.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: No formal higher education details available; her background emphasizes practical experience in family farming, art business operations, and extensive public education governance.
• Political Experience:
  • Member, Vermont House of Representatives , first elected 2014, serving continuously since 2015 .
  • House Majority Leader .
  • Assistant Majority Leader .
  • House Committee on Education .
  • Local school boards since 1994 ; former president, Vermont School Boards Association; former board member, Vermont School Boards Insurance Trust.