AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSevere Weather & Recovery: Storms tore through Vermont with flooding, possible tornado damage in Woodstock, and more than 20,000 people briefly without power, as crews worked to clear downed lines and residents assessed damage. Healthcare Policy: Gov. Phil Scott vetoed Vermont’s latest healthcare reform push to speed reference-based pricing for only two groups, arguing it would be unfair and leave savings out of the broader system. State Government & Law: Scott also signed new bills expanding eye-care scope, compensating landowners when neighbors encroach, and overhauling career technical education, while vetoing a fair employment practices measure. Public Safety: Vermont State Police reported a crash-related “leaving the scene” case in Shaftsbury and an eluding charge in North Bennington, plus a Derby domestic assault and unlawful restraint arrest. Economy & Community: Vermont’s maple season remains strong, with the state producing 53% of U.S. syrup; and UVM’s Peace Corps recognition highlights service-focused business education. Immigration & Work: A report describes undocumented dairy workers in Vermont living in fear after immigration raids. Business & Grants: AOT is accepting FY27 MTI grant applications to improve transit access and cut single-occupancy driving.
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