AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoVermont Courts & Utilities: The Vermont Supreme Court denied a bid to reargue a Westmore wireless tower permit, ending a dispute over a 140-foot project’s impact on the Lake Willoughby viewshed. Youth Justice: A new Vermont report finds relatively low reconviction rates for teens affected by the state’s “Raise the Age” reform, adding fuel to the debate over whether to expand it to 19-year-olds. Education Equity: Even as test scores improve in spots, Vermont data shows a widening achievement gap, with marginalized students falling further behind peers. Statehouse Politics: Vermont Public released transcripts from its 2026 secretary of state and attorney general candidate interviews, spotlighting the races as Election Day nears. Federal Surveillance Fight: Senate leaders are still split on whether to use force of law to rein in Flock Safety-style surveillance, with Schumer pressing for limits on non-crime data. Climate & Energy Law: The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in Suncor v. Boulder, a case that could shape whether local governments can sue energy companies over climate damages. Local Public Safety: A Rutland officer’s fatal chase case heads toward jury-selection questions as defense attorneys seek to screen jurors amid heavy publicity. Community & Nonprofits: A Vermont nonprofit partnership was announced to support veterans’ wellness through a cannabis post-harvest technology program.
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