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April 27, 2017

With Significant Savings on the Table, We Must Act Now

Gov. Scott champions his plan for the State to realize $26 million in savings

April 24, 2017

GOVERNOR PHIL SCOTT APPOINTS JOHN QUINN AS AGENCY OF DIGITAL SERVICES SECRETARY

Governor Phil Scott today announced the appointment of John Quinn as Secretary of Digital Services and Chief Information Officer. Quinn will lead the Agency of Digital Services (ADS), which was created by Gov. Scott under Executive Order 06-17 to establish a unified organizational structure for the state’s Information Technology (IT) portfolio.

April 20, 2017

STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR PHIL SCOTT’S OFFICE ON OPPORTUNITY TO PROVIDE MILLIONS IN PROPERTY TAX RELIEF

Governor Phil Scott’s Communications Director Rebecca Kelley issued a statement regarding an opportunity to provide Vermonters millions in property tax relief without reducing teacher benefits

April 18, 2017

GOVERNOR SCOTT COMMEMORATES FIRST 100 DAYS OF NEW ADMINISTRATION

Gov. Scott, joined by members of his Cabinet, detailed early progress and achievements in moving a pro-growth agenda forward, recognizing the hard work of his team and all state employees.

April 14, 2017

GOVERNOR PHIL SCOTT TO KICK OFF FIRST EVER STATEWIDE SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER WORKFORCE SUMMIT

The Governor will participate in the day long summit, which will focus on educating the next generation of substance use disorder treatment professionals

April 13, 2017

$150 Million Settlement Reached to Reimburse Jay Peak and Burke Mountain Creditors

Governor Phil Scott, Vermont Department of Financial Regulation (VDFR) Commissioner Michael Pieciak and Jay Peak Receiver Michael Goldberg today announced a record $150 million settlement agreement with financial firm Raymond James Financial, Inc., over its role in the alleged fraud relating to EB-5 projects in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom.

April 12, 2017

House Majority Votes Against Opportunity for Efficiency and Improved Service

Governor Phil Scott’s Communications Director Rebecca Kelley today issued the following statement regarding Wednesday’s House vote relating to the Governor’s executive order to merge the Department of Liquor Control and the Vermont Lottery Commission

April 11, 2017

Statement from Governor Phil Scott’s Office on the Value of Merging Department of Liquor Control and the Vermont Lottery Commission

- Governor Phil Scott’s Communications Director Rebecca Kelley today issued the following statement:

April 6, 2017

Governor Phil Scott Appoints Lisa Menard Commissioner, Department of Corrections

Governor Phil Scott filled another extended cabinet position in his administration on Thursday, with the appointment of Lisa Menard as Commissioner of the Department of Corrections (DOC).

April 3, 2017

GOVERNOR PHIL SCOTT TO WELCOME NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS SUPER BOWL LI TROPHY TO VERMONT

Governor Phil Scott will welcome the Super Bowl LI Lombardi Trophy to the Vermont State House to celebrate the 2016 New England Patriots’ exciting and inspiring season. Gov. Scott will issue a proclamation and deliver remarks celebrating the team’s success