AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEducation Reform Standoff: Vermont’s education overhaul is still stuck in debate over how to rebuild the system—lawmakers argue over consolidation and governance while schools plan summer without knowing what changes (or closures) could come next. Supreme Court, Social Media: The U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear Meta’s challenge, clearing the way for Vermont’s lawsuit over Instagram’s alleged addiction design to continue in state court. Public Health & Environment: Vermont became the first state to ban paraquat, a Parkinson’s-linked herbicide, with a limited-use phaseout and a November start date. Workforce Pipeline: In Castleton, CEDRR and partners launched “Workforce In Motion” with an equipment rodeo to connect middle and high schoolers to skilled trades and training. Community Calendar: Bellows Falls is gearing up for Pride Month with films, a Pride Whistlestop Tour, and events at the Opera House and train station. Local Business & Health: UVAC is hosting an inclusive water-safety day June 6, and Rutland Regional Medical Center is holding a June 2 mixer focused on orthopedics.
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