The Vermont House Chamber in Montpelier is usually empty on Mondays as legislators complete committee work and other tasks. But this week it was filled with students, teachers, family members and state representatives to watch as Vermont’s first “Kid Gove... See more
Vermont leaders have been outlining their priorities as the legislative session begins. House Minority Leader Pattie McCoy, a Republican, told WAMC North Country Bureau Chief Pat Bradley that there is consensus about education reform being a top priority.... See more
As the Vermont Legislature gaveled into the second half of its biennium this week, some people were taken aback by the additional security measures at the “People’s House.” Veteran members of the Legislature say while it’s normal to occasionally have addi... See more
Vermont’s treasurer was joined by legislators and health care advocates on Thursday to unveil a proposal to reduce prescription drug prices. State Treasurer Michael Pieciak is asking the legislature to pass a measure allowing Vermont to join a group of ot... See more
As the second half of the biennium begins this week, Vermont legislators are outlining their priorities for the session. Gov. Phil Scott delivered his State of the State address Wednesday, and although his focus was education reform, he teased his upcomin... See more
