Press Release

Governor Phil Scott today announced the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) has been awarded a $20 million federal grant to upgrade 31 rail bridges along the Vermont Railway between Rutland and Hoosick, NY, improving access to freight movement through the national rail system.

Event part of Governor’s “Capitol for a Day” initiative

Thursday, Governor Phil Scott announced the appointment of Sarah Squirrell to be the next Commissioner of the Vermont Department of Mental Health.

A new village wastewater infrastructure program will invest $350,000 to boost rural economic development in Vermont and protect the environment.

Governor Phil Scott issued the following statement:

Montpelier, Vt. – A mixed precipitation event forecast for this weekend could create new problems in areas of Vermont already severely impacted by this week’s winter storm.

Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement for Thanksgiving.

Governor Phil Scott headed a trade mission to Montreal this week, marking his fourth trip to Québec in 22 months as Governor.

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Thursday advanced the nomination of retired Essex Police Chief Brad LaRose to be Vermont’s next U.S. Marshal.

– Tuesday, Governor Phil Scott announced the appointment of Mike Touchette to be the next Commissioner of the Vermont Department of Corrections.