On Monday, Sept. 26 the Canadian government announced it would removed all vaccination, ArriveCan, and random Covid-19 testing requirements for border crossings, effective Sept. 30, 2022. Upon hearing this news, Governor Phil Scott issued the following statement: “This is another […]
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Covid-19 updates
CDC recommends Covid-19 vaccines for the youngest children
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended Covid-19 vaccines for children age 6 months through 5 years of age on Saturday, June 18, paving the way for vaccinating the youngest Vermonters later this month. “This is very welcome news […]
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Vermont launches ‘Tests For Tots’
On Friday, Jan. 7, Governor Phil Scott announced the launch of the state’s “Tests for Tots” program, which will provide rapid antigen Covid-19 test kits to regulated child care providers across Vermont. Child care providers can enroll in the program […]
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Governor Scott joins national effort to address homelessness
Governor Phil Scott has joined the U.S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Development’s (HUD) House America initiative, according to a news release Dec. 15. Through this national partnership, HUD and the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) have encouraged state, […]
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Legislature allows municipal mask mandates
Cases hold steady at near record highs across the state By Ethan Weinstein As statewide case counts remain at or near record levels, reinstated mitigation measures may be coming. The state Legislature reconvened Monday, Nov. 22, passing a bill allowing […]
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Signs of spring
By Rep. Jim Harrison Last week there were unmistakable signs of spring around us. Warmer temperatures, area golf courses reopening, crocuses and daffodils blossoming and more. Another sign of spring happens in the Legislature this time of year as well. […]
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Legislative update: To raise or not to raise taxes …That is the question
By Rep. Jim Harrison, Chittenden, Bridgewater, Killington and Mendon Following vetoes on the $15 minimum wage, paid family leave, increased liability on outdoor recreational operators and medical monitoring, Governor Scott vetoed the education funding and the state budget last Friday, […]