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October 31, 2022

Governor Phil Scott Appoints 33 Vermonters to Boards and Commissions in October

Governor Phil Scott today announced he’s appointed 33 Vermonters to State boards and commissions during the month of October.

October 27, 2022

Dispose of Unwanted Medications Safely on Prescription Drug Take Back Day

ermonters will get a chance this Saturday, October 29, to dispose of unused, unwanted and expired medications easily and safely at 55 locations throughout the state.

October 26, 2022

Governor Phil Scott Announces Release of Nearly $30 Million for Village Water and Wastewater Infrastructure

Governor Phil Scott and the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced that nearly $30 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, appropriated for the village water and wastewater (VWWW) initiative, has now been committed to towns across the state.

October 25, 2022

Governor Phil Scott, Department of Labor, and McClure Foundation Announce ‘Vermont’s Most Promising Jobs’

Governor Phil Scott, the Vermont Department of Labor (VDOL) and the McClure Foundation announced the release of Vermont’s Most Promising Jobs, a list assembled by VDOL and McClure that includes more than 50 occupations expected to pay above the state median wage of $22.55/hour and have at least 500 openings over the next decade.

August 30, 2022

Governor Scott, Secretary Moore Highlight Water Infrastructure Investments in Royalton

Governor Phil Scott and Agency of Natural Resources Secretary Julie Moore today visited the Royalton Water Treatment Facility project and highlighted the substantial investments secured this year in water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure, and climate resiliency.

August 29, 2022

Federal Government Approves Expanded Coverage in Vermont’s Essential Health Benefits Benchmark Plan

Governor Phil Scott today announced that starting in 2024, individual and small group health plans will cover one set of prescription hearing aids every three years and annual exams.

August 24, 2022

Leahy, Sanders, Welch And Scott Announce $5.8 Million In Northern Border Regional Commission Grants For 14 Vermont Communities

U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) together with U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Congressman Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and Governor Phil Scott, and the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC), announced Wednesday that 14 Vermont communities will be receiving a combined $5.8 million from NBRC’s State Economic and Infrastructure Development program

August 23, 2022

Transcript: Governor Scott Highlights the Trades and Investments in CTE

At his weekly media briefing, Governor Phil Scott highlighted available Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, new state investments in the affordability and accessibility of these programs, and the important role of CTE in the development of new infrastructure and housing here in Vermont.

Transcript: Governor Scott Highlights the Trades and Investments in CTE

At his weekly media briefing, Governor Phil Scott highlighted available Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, new state investments in the affordability and accessibility of these programs, and the important role of CTE in the development of new infrastructure and housing here in Vermont.

August 17, 2022

Governor Phil Scott Issues 10-Point Public Safety Enhancement and Violence Prevention Action Plan Framework

Governor Phil Scott today issued his 10-point public safety enhancement and violence prevention action plan, laying out the framework of a comprehensive response to address violent crime and other public safety concerns across the state.