civic engagement
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Vermont Legislature Committees: A Starting Point for Tracking Bills and Issues
Most legislation in Vermont is shaped and decided at the committee level, long before reaching a final floor vote. This reference guide links to all…
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A Look Ahead: Key Budget and Election Dates Vermonters Should Know in 2026
School budgets, local elections, and the 2026 midterm cycle are already taking shape across Vermont. School boards are meeting now to develop budgets that voters…
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Two Hidden Levers of Power: How 25 Vermonters Can Slow Down or Straighten Out State Rules
Vermont’s Administrative Procedure Act quietly gives citizens surprising power. Just 25 Vermonters can force a state agency to hold a public hearing on a proposed…
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Brandon Trustees to Review Farr Trust Use After Public Questions About Donor Intent
Brandon residents raised concerns at a May 1 meeting about the use of funds from the Shirley Farr Trust, questioning whether discretionary grants reflect the…
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Vermont’s Open Meeting Law: Transparency or Just a Technicality?
Vermont’s Open Meeting Law was meant to ensure transparency, but too often, public meetings happen with minimal awareness. Simply holding an open meeting doesn’t mean…
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Around Vermont
November 14, 2024: Vermont communities address diverse challenges, from public safety incidents to civic planning and environmental debates. Hunters in Addison celebrate a successful season,…
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Around Vermont
November 20, 2024: Across Vermont, communities are addressing issues of governance, public safety, and civic engagement. From Bristol’s mental health collaboration to mock voting in…
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Around Vermont
November 14, 2024: Vermont communities are engaging deeply with local issues, from democratic participation to infrastructure improvements. In Addison County, Middlebury students demonstrated heightened civic…
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Abortion Rights as a Political Tool
Abortion rights have long been used as a political tool rather than a legislative priority. Despite controlling both the White House and Congress under Obama,…
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