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February 14, 2024

TRANSCRIPT: Governor Phil Scott Highlights Public Safety Priorities at Weekly Press Conference

At his weekly press conference today, Governor Phil Scott reiterated his call for the Legislature to prioritize public safety this session.

February 7, 2024

TRANSCRIPT: Governor Phil Scott Today Reiterated the Need to Make it Easier, Less Expensive, and Faster to Build the Housing We Desperately Need; Warns Against Some Proposals Under Consideration

At his weekly press conference today, Governor Phil Scott reiterated his call for the legislature to prioritize regulatory reform to make it easier, less expensive, and faster to build the housing we desperately need.

February 6, 2024

Governor Scott Announces First Round of Venture Capital Program Investments to Help Vermont Entrepreneurs and Business Startups

Governor Phil Scott, the Department of Economic Development (DED) and the Vermont Economic Development Authority (VEDA) today announced the first round of Venture Capital Program investments

February 2, 2024

Governor Phil Scott Announces Launch of Rural Industry and Development Program

Governor Phil Scott and the Vermont Department of Economic Development (DED) today announced the launch of the Rural Industry and Development Program (RIDP)

January 31, 2024

Governor Phil Scott and Winooski Officials Celebrate the Success of the Onion City’s 20-year Tax Increment Financing District

Governor Phil Scott was joined by Winooski Mayor Kristine Lott and other local and state leaders today to celebrate the overwhelming success of Winooski’s TIF District which has led to more jobs, more housing, and an increase in the grand list and contributions to the state education fund.

January 30, 2024

Get Your Vermont Strong License Plate and Darn Tough Sock Bundle to Help Support Flood Victims Before the Legislature Puts a Stop To It

Before the Legislature bans bundled Vermont Strong plates and socks, Governor Phil Scott is urging Vermonters to support victims of last summer’s flooding by purchasing commemorative Vermont Strong license plates bundled with Vermont Strong socks from Darn Tough.

January 26, 2024

Governor Phil Scott Announces Grants to Rehabilitate Vermont Landmarks and Historic Buildings

Governor Phil Scott, the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation (VDHP) and the Vermont Advisory Council on Historic Preservation today announced grants.

January 23, 2024

Governor Phil Scott Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Address

Governor Phil Scott today delivered his eighth budget address to the General Assembly, proposing strategic investments and funding current services, while growing at a sustainable rate. Importantly, the budget does not impose any new taxes or fees on already overburdened Vermonters.

January 19, 2024

Governor Phil Scott Appoints Ed McNamara Public Utility Commission Chair

Governor Phil Scott today announced the appointment of Ed McNamara as chair of the Public Utility Commission (PUC).

January 18, 2024

Governor Phil Scott and The Hartford Announce February Launch of Vermont Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program for Employers

Governor Phil Scott and The Hartford, a leading provider of employee benefits and leave management, will begin offering the Vermont Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI) program for employers on February 15.