AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoVermont Elections: The Secretary of State is urging voters to update addresses before Sept. 1, when the state’s records will be used to mail ballots for the Nov. 3 general election. School Policy: Vermont’s statewide cellphone ban in schools takes effect this year, with districts required to adopt enforcement policies at least as strict as the Agency of Education’s model. Health Care Costs: A new analysis says commercial insurers are paying more than half of UVM Medical Center’s medical education costs—raising questions about transparency and what insured Vermonters should expect to pay. Housing & Finance: A Vermont housing advocate argues the state’s housing crunch is also a capital problem, pointing to Invest in Vermont financing as a key tool for workforce projects. Environment & Law: Vermont is watching a Trump administration rule change to the Endangered Species Act that could make it harder to stop habitat damage before it harms protected species. Energy & Governance: VPPSA’s Ken Nolan was elected president of a Northeast public power group, highlighting ongoing regional focus on reliability and electrification. Trade Fallout: Vermont leaders and Sen. Peter Welch are reacting to new 50% U.S. tariffs on Canada, warning of higher costs for border states. Opinion & Politics: Commentary continues to debate Vermont’s role in the national two-party system and the broader fight over democracy and voting rules.
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