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Last update: 8 hours agoEducation Reform Showdown: Vermont’s Senate is set to vote Tuesday on an education consolidation deal after Gov. Phil Scott shifted from forced mergers to a voluntary approach, with the new foundation formula and the second-home tax now slated for 2029—Sen. Ruth Hardy says Vermonters want self-determination, not top-down takeovers. Data Center Fight Goes Federal: A national push is heating up in Congress as lawmakers debate how to stop data centers from driving higher electric rates, while grassroots opposition keeps flaring in states. Memorial Day, Vermont Style: Rain-soaked ceremonies still drew crowds across the state, and local veterans’ groups marked the holiday with tributes and support for those who served. Local Politics & Turnover: With August primary ballot deadlines looming, dozens of Vermont lawmakers are stepping back, including candidates citing financial strain and changing priorities. Business Notes: Girls on the Run Vermont is gearing up for a June 6 Manchester 5K fundraiser, and a Richmond design firm won a packaging medal for Backus Distillery’s bourbon label.
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