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May 14, 2017

Happy Mother's Day from Governor Phil Scott

Statement from Gov. Scott on Mother's Day

May 11, 2017

Governor Phil Scott Signs Law to Protect Vulnerable Adults

New Law Updates Long-Term Care Ombudsman Statute; Helps Protect Vulnerable Adults from Financial Exploitation

May 10, 2017

Governor Phil Scott Appoints Scott Woodward as Deputy Secretary of the Agency of Digital Services

Governor Phil Scott and Agency of Digital Services (ADS) Secretary John Quinn announced today the appointment of Scott Woodward as Deputy Secretary of Digital Services. Woodward will join Quinn in leading the newly formed agency, created by Gov. Scott under Executive Order 06-17 and approved by the Legislature.

May 8, 2017

Governor Phil Scott Continues Efforts to Secure Up to $26 Million in Education Savings for Taxpayers While Using Nearly $50 Million to Protect Teachers

Governor’s proposal ensures taxpayers benefit from an estimated $75 million in savings through transitioning health plans without cutting programs or costing teachers more.

May 4, 2017

STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR PHIL SCOTT’S OFFICE ON APRIL REVENUE REPORT

Revenue downturn in April a stark reminder of critical need to prioritize the economy and affordability

VERMONT AWARDED $2 MILLION FEDERAL GRANT TO ADDRESS OPIOID MISUSE

Governor Phil Scott joined Senators Patrick Leahy and Bernie Sanders, and Congressman Peter Welch in welcoming a $2 million federal grant to increase access to opioid misuse prevention, treatment and recovery services for Vermonters.

May 3, 2017

STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR PHIL SCOTT’S OFFICE REGARDING HOUSE VOTE IN SUPPORT OF GOVERNOR SCOTT’S PROPOSAL TO SAVE $26 MILLION

Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott’s Communications Director Rebecca Kelley issued the following statement:

May 2, 2017

Statement from Governor Phil Scott on His Commitment to Realizing Millions in Savings for Vermont Taxpayers

Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement about a bipartisan amendment that would allow the state to realize up to $26 million in education savings a year.

May 1, 2017

Governor Phil Scott Highlights Affordability Initiatives and Proposal to Realize Up to $26 Million in Savings

In an address to the Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce Monday, Governor Phil Scott highlighted an opportunity for the state to realize up to $26 million in savings a year.

Vermonters Dispose of More Than 2.5 Tons of Unused Medications for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

As part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Vermonters disposed of more than 2.5 tons of unused medications, including prescription opioids, on Saturday, April 29. From the 71 collection sites throughout Vermont, a total of 5,552 pounds of Vermont’s “most dangerous leftovers” were collected and will soon be destroyed.