When the State of Vermont says people shouldn’t participate in a public meeting because of the color of their skin, that’s called discrimination.
Climate Council holds BIPOC-only public hearing
Vaxxed Canadians may visit U.S.
The Biden administration decided yesterday that vaccinated Canadians may enter the U.S. for ‘non-essential’ (family visits, tourism, etc.) travel.
Climate Council BIPOC-only public hearing cancelled for ‘Zoom security issues’
A Vermont Climate Council public hearing not open to white people was cancelled at the last moment Tuesday due to ‘Zoom security issues.’ It’s been rescheduled for next Tuesday.
Biggest-ever permanent hike in VT ‘food stamp’ payments begins Friday
The 21%, permanent boost in 3SquaresVT payments more than replaces the ‘temporary’ 15% hike implemented during the pandemic, and set to expire September 30.
EB-5 settlement $$ available in Newport
Grant money from the EB-5 Court Settlement is available to Newport businesses and organizations. Newport Renaissance, Take Two.
Pandemic aid to businesses $4.4 million over – and may need to be paid back
A state agency disbursing federal pandemic relief aid to Vermont businesses may have paid out $4.4 million more than merited. And that money may need to be paid back.
Vermont to welcome 100 Afghan refugees
100 Afghan refugees – reportedly eager to find jobs – will be resettled in Vermont. Plenty of work here for people who want it.
Here’s your chance to tell Legislature how to spend millions in federal money
More than $1 billion is coming to Vermont from the federal government. The Legislature is asking you how to spend it.
Masks on at State House
A strict masking policy is now in effect in the Vermont State House.
Finding common ground on single-seat districts
Ethan Allen Institute President Rob Roper, liberal VPIRG, and Vermont’s racial equity director agree: single-member legislative districts are preferable to multi-seat districts.
