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February 25, 2022

Governor Phil Scott Appoints Nancy Waples to the Vermont Supreme Court

Governor Phil Scott has named Nancy Waples of Hinesburg to the Vermont Supreme Court. Judge Waples has served on the Vermont Superior Court since 2015.

February 22, 2022

Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - February 22, 2022

Montpelier, Vt. - On February 22, Governor Phil Scott returned without signature and vetoed S.30 and sent the following letter to the General Assembly explaining his decision and outlining a path forward:

Secretary Clouser: It is More Important than Ever to Invest Wisely in the Budget Adjustment Act

Agency of Administration Secretary Kristin Clouser emphasizes the importance of investing historic federal funds wisely to ensure Vermonters see the greatest value and joins the Governor to call on legislators to fund critical proposals in the Budget Adjustment bill.

Transcript: Governor Phil Scott Calls for Changes to Legislature’s Budget Adjustment Bill

Montpelier, Vt. – At his weekly media briefing, Governor Phil Scott and Administration Secretary Kristin Clouser today emphasized the importance of investing historic federal funds wisely to ensure Vermonters see the greatest value.

February 17, 2022

Governor Phil Scott Announces Newport Development Grant Recipients

Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott, the Agency of Commerce and Community Development, the City of Newport and the Northern Vermont Development Authority today announced the award of about $1,500,000 in Newport Development Fund

February 14, 2022

Governor Phil Scott Appoints Wayne Laroche to Vermont House of Representatives

Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today announced his appointment of Wayne A. Laroche, of Franklin, to the Vermont House of Representatives, representing House District Franklin-5.

February 10, 2022

Commissioner Goldstein: To Secure the Future We Want, We Need to Invest Now

Economic Development Commissioner Joan Goldstein lays out the Governor's proposals for economic development to support workers and families, build strong communities, and ensure long-term economic security

February 9, 2022

Governor Phil Scott and Senator Bernie Sanders Announce New Round of Grants for Afterschool and Summer Programs for 2022 and 2023

Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott, Senator Bernie Sanders and Vermont Afterschool today announced that the application is now open for a wide variety of organizations – including non-profits, municipalities, and licensed/regulated providers of school age childcare – to apply for grant funds to support afterschool and summer programming.

Governor Phil Scott: We Must Act Now on Our Housing Crisis

Governor Phil Scott emphasizes a need for the Vermont Legislature to work with him to act now on housing

February 8, 2022

Commissioner Tierney: “Can You Start Over, Your Call Dropped…”

Public Service Commissioner June Tierney details the benefits of the Administration's proposal to expand cell phone service in Vermont