Heidi Sampson is a member of the Republican Party serving in the Maine House of Representatives, representing District 136. She assumed office on December 7, 2022, and her current term is set to end on December 4, 2024. Prior to her current role, she served in the Maine House of Representatives for District 21.
Sampson resides in Alfred, Maine, and holds a Bachelor of Science in biology/chemistry from St. Lawrence University, which she earned in 1981. Her professional background includes owning Tragos Trip Farm & Trillium Herbals, and she has experience as an educator and farmer. Additionally, Sampson has been involved with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, serving as the Southern Maine regional director.
In her legislative career, Sampson has been assigned to various committees, including the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee, where she has served as a ranking member. She has been active in politics, running for re-election and winning in the general election held on November 8, 2022.
Sampson has also been noted for her stance on vaccination, being a prominent figure in the anti-vaccination movement in Maine. She opposed legislation eliminating religious and philosophical exemptions to childhood vaccinations and has been vocal during the COVID-19 pandemic against certain public health measures.
Throughout her tenure, Sampson has sponsored legislation and has taken positions on various issues, reflecting her values and the interests of her constituents in District 136.
