Scott announces new $50 million homeowner assistance program
A new program designed to keep Vermont homeowners in their homes is now open, Gov. Phil Scott said.
March for Life draws hundreds to hear about Proposal 5 abortion-until-birth measure
The Vermont Right to Life annual march through Montpelier took place amid frigid temperatures Saturday afternoon, drawing about 250 people who heard speakers warn about Proposal 5, a constitutional amendment that would allow unrestricted abortion up until birth.
Vermont senators ponder sales tax on services
Vermont’s 6% sales tax compares terribly with New Hampshire’s 0% nonexistent sales tax. And a similar story for the income tax. The temptation to move over the border and pay no state income tax or sales tax should always loom large in legislators’ minds.
Statewide mask mandate dead: news report
Even as legislative momentum for a statewide mask mandate is failing, Vermont’s largest private employer says Feb. 15 will be the last day of work onsite for unvaccinated workers.
Lawmakers to spend their time on ‘environmental justice’ for Vermont
The Senate Committee on Natural Resources and Energy on Friday took testimony from several witnesses who said environmental justice must incorporate efforts to fight racism.
Gun rights proponent to lawmakers: Gun control bill leaves patients in hospital unprotected
On Thursday morning, lawmakers in the House Judiciary Committee held a hearing on a gun control bill that would prohibit firearms from being brought into hospital buildings — potentially preventing those inside from being able to defend themselves.
Vermont House committee reviewing tax relief bill
State Rep. William Canfield, R-Fair Haven, is the sponsor of H.527, legislation that could result in changes to Vermont tax policy with credits for things such as child care and dependents, student loans and workers in industries with labor shortages.
Burlington Police make massive drug bust, also deal with car thefts, gun threats and more
Over the past month, the Burlington Police Department has been busy with a handful of serious incidents including drug trafficking, car thefts and other alleged crimes.
Gov. Scott unveils budget with no new taxes for fiscal 2023
Gov. Phil Scott unveiled what he said was a balanced fiscal 2023 budget that does not raise taxes while using federal federal funds to pay for a variety of new spending initiatives.
Vermont House committee recommends spending additional $358.6 million in fiscal 2022
Vermont’s fiscal 2022 budget adopted last spring could be adjusted upward, with a 5% increase in spending, if a House panel’s recommendation moves forward.
U.S. political alignments experienced historic shift in 2021
America has undergone a major political shift in the past year. Gallup released polling showing that during 2021, millions of Americans switched from an affiliation with the Democratic Party to the Republican Party.
Doctor opposing vax mandate ordered to get psych evaluation
A Maine physician who has testified before the Vermont Legislature opposing vaccine mandates has been ordered by the State of Maine to undergo a psychological evaluation in connection with prescribing hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19.