Legislative Review
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Legislative Review: Hardy to work hard on new tasks
The new year has brought the start of a new legislative session, with big changes at the Statehouse. After the November election, Democrats retained the majority in both…
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Legislative Review: How the state balances the books
Every year, the Vermont Legislature is required to pass a budget for the following fiscal year, which begins on July 1 and ends on June 30. And every…
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Legislative Review: Vetoed bills were tripartisan
It’s important to note that majority of the 118 bills the Legislature passed this session were approved with support from Democrats, Republicans, Progressives and Independents.
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Legislative Review: Town meeting takes center stage
There are a lot of important races and issues on this year’s March ballot. Be sure you’re registered to vote; learn about the budgets, candidates, and issues; and…
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Legislative Review: Clarifying the intent of the wildlife bill
Because there is quite a bit of misinformation circulating about this bill, I am urging you to look at the bill online so you can read for yourself what…
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Legislative Review: Let’s expand Vermont’s Medicaid program
The cost of health care impacts everyone these days, stressing family wallets, increasing personal debt, and driving up public and private budgets.
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Legislative Review: Flood recovery help is available
This past week has been harrowing for many Vermonters, especially those living to the east of the Green Mountains.
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Legislative Review: PCB remediation plan needs funds
The recent news that Vermont’s Attorney General has filed suit against Monsanto for its sale of PCB-containing materials is an important step to hopefully recoup what is on…
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Legislative Review: Clean heat: Looking forward and thinking smart
Vermonters are facing a heating emergency.
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Legislative Review: Bill S.56 would bolster childcare
Last week, senators introduced bill S.56, legislation that would transform access to and affordability of childcare and early childhood education in Vermont.