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GOVERNOR PHIL SCOTT THANKS SENATOR PATRICK LEAHY FOR LEADERSHIP ON FEDERAL APPROPRIATIONS

December 18, 2019

Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement in appreciation of Senator Patrick Leahy’s work on the bipartisan, bicameral funding agreement reached in the U.S. Congress:

“Senator Leahy’s leadership on the bipartisan appropriations agreement in Congress is greatly appreciated.  His work has helped move the work of our federal government forward, and secures significant funding for many of Vermont’s highest priorities.  From millions more for Lake Champlain and investment in agricultural innovations, to rural economic development programs, low income heating assistance and more -- Senator Leahy continues to help Vermonters and we are grateful to him and his team for all of their hard work.”