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Justice Department Files Motion for Summary Judgment in Challenge to Vermont’s “Climate Superfund” Law

Justice Department Files Motion for Summary Judgment in Challenge to Vermont’s “Climate Superfund” Law

Note: View motion here. The Justice Department’s Environment and Natural Resources Division (ENRD) yesterday filed a motion for summary judgment in its challenge to the State of Vermont’s “climate superfund” law, which imposes what will likely be...

Owner:  American Government
Governor Phil Scott Announces Leadership Appointments

Governor Phil Scott Announces Leadership Appointments

For Immediate Release Friday, September 12, 2025 Contact Amanda Wheeler, Press Secretary Office of the Governor [email protected] GOVERNOR PHIL SCOTT ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP APPOINTMENTS Montpelier, Vt – Governor Phil Scott today announced leadership...

Owner:  American Government
B-roll, Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Safer Streets: Governor Hochul Highlights Continued Investments in Northern Border Security and Law Enforcement Technology in the North County

B-roll, Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Safer Streets: Governor Hochul Highlights Continued Investments in Northern Border Security and Law Enforcement Technology in the North County

Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul updated New Yorkers on the State’s efforts to enhance New York’s Northern Border security and prevent transnational criminal organizations from trafficking guns, drugs and people. During a visit with New York...

Owner:  American Government
Vermont’s Bear Population Estimate is Above Goal for Fourth Consecutive Year, New Research Will Explore Why

Vermont’s Bear Population Estimate is Above Goal for Fourth Consecutive Year, New Research Will Explore Why

Vermont’s black bear population is estimated at 6,800 to 8,000 bears based on 2024 data, the most recent available, according to the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department. 2024 is the fourth consecutive year that the bear population estimate is above...

Owner:  American Government
Vermont’s Bear Population Estimate is Above Goal for Fourth Consecutive Year, New Research Will Explore Why

Vermont’s Bear Population Estimate is Above Goal for Fourth Consecutive Year, New Research Will Explore Why

Vermont’s black bear population is estimated at 6,800 to 8,000 bears based on 2024 data, the most recent available, according to the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department. 2024 is the fourth consecutive year that the bear population estimate is above...

Owner:  American Government
Vermont State Police investigates after police fatally shoot man in Springfield

Vermont State Police investigates after police fatally shoot man in Springfield

STATE OF VERMONT DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY VERMONT STATE POLICE Vermont State Police investigates after police fatally shoot man in Springfield SPRINGFIELD, Vermont (Friday, Aug. 22, 2025) — The Vermont State Police is investigating a fatal...

Owner:  American Government
Vermont Law Prohibits Sale of Bear Paws, Organs

Vermont Law Prohibits Sale of Bear Paws, Organs

With Vermont’s bear hunting season starting September 1, the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department reminds hunters that the sale of bear paws and internal organs of bears is prohibited. “Vermont State Game Wardens have investigated cases where...

Owner:  American Government
Vermont Law Prohibits Sale of Bear Paws, Organs

Vermont Law Prohibits Sale of Bear Paws, Organs

With Vermont’s bear hunting season starting September 1, the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department reminds hunters that the sale of bear paws and internal organs of bears is prohibited. “Vermont State Game Wardens have investigated cases where...

Owner:  American Government
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Senate moves to crack down on ‘Wild West’ of data collection

Senate moves to crack down on ‘Wild West’ of data collection

SENATE DEMOCRATS ESCALATED the debate about data privacy Thursday by rolling out a new proposal that could reshape how major, influential technology companies interact with consumers in Massachusetts. The Senate will vote next week on wide-ranging...

Owner:  Massachusetts Institute for a New Commonwealth
Vermont advocates launch campaign to support plug-in solar legislation

Vermont advocates launch campaign to support plug-in solar legislation

Vermont state legislators were joined by advocacy groups this week to launch an effort to get legislation passed that would allow plug-in solar in the state. Plug-in solar is also known as portable or balcony solar. It is used extensively in...

Owner:  WAMC Northeast Public Radio & American Government
Vermont Department of Health issues broad guidance on vaccines for respiratory viruses and extends pharmacy access for Covid-19 booster 

Vermont Department of Health issues broad guidance on vaccines for respiratory viruses and extends pharmacy access for Covid-19 booster 

Match active! 2 days left. Help fund watchdog reporting for Vermont. We must raise $100,000 by Saturday. Chip in $100 or if you can, become a Digger Circle member at $1,000. Match active! Help fund watchdog reporting for Vermont. We must raise...

Owner:  Vermont Journalism Trust
Vermont's drought is worsening and expanding

Vermont's drought is worsening and expanding

BRATTLEBORO — To no one's surprise, the past week of no discernable rain has made Vermont's drought even worse. The drought, which also involves the neighboring states of New Hampshire and Maine, and parts of New York, has deepened and expanded in...

Owner:  Paul Belogour
Vermont takes steps to ensure access to COVID vaccines

Vermont takes steps to ensure access to COVID vaccines

MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - Vermont Governor Phil Scott and state health officials on Thursday said they are taking action to make sure COVID-19 vaccines remain accessible for residents. The action comes as a panel of CDC advisers on Thursday was to...

Owner:  Gray Television Inc.
Vermont's congressional delegation says Israel is committing genocide in Gaza

Vermont's congressional delegation says Israel is committing genocide in Gaza

All three members of Vermont's congressional delegation say that Israel is committing a genocide against the Palestinian people in Gaza. Their statements, all issued Wednesday, came one day after a United Nations commission came to the same...

Owner:  Vermont Public Co. & American Government
Vermont transportation agency cuts staff in wake of slouching revenue

Vermont transportation agency cuts staff in wake of slouching revenue

Match active! 2 days left. Help fund watchdog reporting for Vermont. We must raise $100,000 by Saturday. Chip in $100 or if you can, become a Digger Circle member at $1,000. Match active! Help fund watchdog reporting for Vermont. We must raise...

Owner:  Vermont Journalism Trust
Vermont health officials recommend COVID shots for everyone 6 months or older

Vermont health officials recommend COVID shots for everyone 6 months or older

State officials are recommending anyone 6 months or older receive a COVID-19 vaccine, and on Wednesday issued a standing order authorizing pharmacies to administer the shots to most Vermonters. Vermont’s announcement follows the U.S. Food and Drug...

Owner:  Vermont Public Co. & American Government
Material Concerns: Legal Updates on Substances of Emerging Concern - September 2025

Material Concerns: Legal Updates on Substances of Emerging Concern - September 2025

Illinois expands jurisdiction and regulation of PFAS, court dismisses suit challenging Minnesota ban on cookware with PFAS, California initiates process to regulate microplastics under state Safer Consumer Products Law, and more. Illinois Expands...

Owner:  Aviva Cuyler
Radical Left On The Rise: Democrats Embrace Socialism, Handing GOP A Political Gift

Radical Left On The Rise: Democrats Embrace Socialism, Handing GOP A Political Gift

CNN reported this week that the popularity of socialism among Democrats has soared from a paltry 7% approval in 2010 to more than 36% in 2025. “Look at this, net popularity of socialism among Democrats,” CNN pollster Harry Enten proclaimed. “You...

Owner:  Ben Shapiro, Jeremy Boreing, Caleb Robinson and Farris Wilks
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