AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSocial Security Crunch: A new analysis warns Social Security retirement benefits could drop about $500 a month on average by 2032 if Congress doesn’t act, with Vermont among the states facing steep exposure. Vermont Politics & Governance: Gov. Phil Scott marked the end of the legislative session by pointing to property tax relief, transportation fund fixes, and a rollback of parts of Act 181, while education remains the big fight going into election season. Education & Workforce: Community College of Vermont is set to graduate nearly 500 students this weekend, highlighting the state’s ongoing push to grow career pathways. Public Safety: Vermont State Police reported an arrest in St. Johnsbury involving an in-state warrant and false information to law enforcement. Local Elections: Manchester voters elected Jackie Wilson to the select board in a special election. Federal Legal/Policy: Vermont’s broader policy landscape is also being shaped by national fights, including a coalition lawsuit challenging a federal student loan rule that limits access for professional degree programs. Community Life: The Vermont Mountaineers are gearing up for summer baseball with a hometown pitcher and community-run nonprofit support.
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