Joint Fiscal Office presents FY27 legislative estimate of $25.7 million; explains re-basing and internal service adjustments Scott Moore of the Joint Fiscal Office told the House Appropriations Committee on Feb. 11 that the legislative branch FY27 estimate is $25,685,794 (about $1.1 million above FY26 adjusted appropriation) after backing out a $1.5 million one-time add and incorporating finalized internal-service and health care adjustments.

The Joint Fiscal Office's Scott Moore revealed a staggering FY27 budget estimate of $25.7 million, highlighting key adjustments and the impact of pay-act changes.

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House Rules Committee approves resolution to shift bill‑drafting deadlines The House Rules Committee approved a resolution to move several bill-drafting deadlines in the second year of the biennium — member request to Dec. 5, content-approval to Jan. 15, and approved-for-introduction to Jan. 31 — citing quality control, workload management and member service; the resolution will be introduced Jan. 6 and taken up Jan. 7.

The House Rules Committee has just approved significant changes to bill-drafting deadlines, aiming to improve quality control and manage workload effectively!

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House approves delivery of House Bill 454 to governor amidst contentious debate House votes 113-26 to send House Bill 454 to the governor despite opposition comments.

Vermont's Legislature just voted 113-26 to send House Bill 454 to the governor, but not without sparking fierce debate over the speed of the decision!

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Vermont House honors victims and votes on synthetic media election bill House remembers former speaker Portman after tragic assassination, votes on S 23 bill.

In a poignant session, Vermont lawmakers honored the memory of former Speaker Melissa Portman while tackling the critical issue of synthetic media in elections.

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House adjourns due to lack of quorum until June 13 2025 House session adjourns as quorum is not met, rescheduling for June 2025.

Vermont's Legislature tackled urgent issues like budget amendments and renewable energy initiatives, but the session was abruptly adjourned due to a lack of quorum.

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Local Officials from Vermont Towns Confirm Votes for Key Legislative Decisions Multiple local officials affirm their votes during a legislative assembly in Vermont towns.

A historic vote in Vermont's Legislature showcased overwhelming support for key legislation, uniting representatives across the state in a bold step towards progress.

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Joint committee approves remote voting resolution in legislative session Joint committee passes resolution allowing limited remote voting for its members

Vermont's Joint Rules Committee just approved a groundbreaking resolution for limited remote voting, paving the way for more inclusive legislative participation!

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Legislative committee prepares to vote on four bills including DMV and doula proposals Committee plans to vote on four bills including S123 and S63 this Thursday.

Vermont lawmakers are gearing up for a crucial vote on four key bills that could reshape healthcare and transportation in the state!

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House adjusts funding for attorney and human rights positions totaling $16 million House reduces funding for legal positions and adjusts treasury withdrawal to $16 million.

Vermont lawmakers are making critical budget adjustments that balance fiscal responsibility with community needs, impacting funding for key positions and disaster relief.

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House approves 25 bills including sunset removal on off-premise alcohol sales Legislature suspends rules to introduce 25 bills and discusses alcohol sales regulation.

The Vermont Legislature just introduced 25 new bills, including a game-changing proposal to extend off-premise alcohol sales—could this reshape local businesses?

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