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Why Act 73 Doesn’t Save Small Schools—But Act 168 Could
Vermont’s new school district map may look complete under Act 73, but small schools remain at risk. Act 168 gives communities a chance to save…
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Bail Reform and the Surge in Property Crime? Vermonters See a Disconnect Between Reality and Reported Data
Since Vermont limited cash bail, property owners say repeat offenders roam nightly, unchecked. Despite official crime stats showing modest increases, many residents see a growing…
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Equity Lanes Ahead: VTrans’ New Direction, One Law Later
ermont’s transportation agency has embraced “equity” as part of its mission, redirecting funds toward bike subsidies and planning efforts with little public accountability. While roads…
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VEGI Program Quietly Extended Without a Vote: Vermont’s $78 Million Question
Vermont taxpayers have quietly spent nearly $40 million subsidizing private businesses through the VEGI program—with another $39 million still on the table. State Auditor Doug…
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VT’s Cellphone-Free Schools Bill Remains Stalled
A Vermont bill aimed at limiting cellphone use in schools remains stalled, despite strong federal guidance and public health warnings linking excessive screen time to…
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Efficiency Vermont: Where $3,000 Buys You One Ton of Carbon Relief and a Lecture From Your Neighbor
Efficiency Vermont has spent hundreds of millions in ratepayer money to reduce emissions—at a cost of over $3,000 per ton. Now lawmakers want to expand…
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Act 201: 21 Year Old Juvenile Offenders? and More!
Act 201 promised bold justice reform, extending juvenile court jurisdiction to offenders as old as 21. But with underfunded programs, rising crime, and inconsistent prosecutions,…
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The Trojan Horse: VT’s S.1 Medicaid Expansion Proposal is Terrifying
The Vermont Legislature’s jaw-dropping proposal, S.1, aims to establish universal Medicaid-equivalent coverage for all residents by 2033—regardless of income. This reckless fiscal gamble ignores voters’…
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Local Burden, State Savings: The Impact of Act 180
Vermont’s Act 180, passed in 2024, expands restorative justice statewide, aiming to reduce court congestion. However, shifting the burden to local police without added funding…
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Now They’re Concerned About Money?
On May 8, 2024, Vermont’s Senate Committee on Government Operations voted down an amendment to expand survivor benefits to law enforcement and corrections officers, citing…
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