Conference committee narrows H790 language, shifts $55,000 to Meals on Wheels and sets DCF deadlines In its second meeting, the H790 conference committee agreed to move $55,000 to Meals on Wheels, directed the Department for Children and Families to stand up a housing-assistance program with HUD approval and set April–May reporting deadlines, and advanced timelines for developmental-disability payment reforms to finish before adjournment.

Vermont's H790 conference committee has made crucial funding shifts, including a $55,000 boost for Meals on Wheels and new deadlines for housing assistance programs.

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Vermont committee discusses housing bill and Medicaid transportation concerns Joint fiscal committee hears updates on housing bill 127 and Medicaid transportation negotiations.

Vermont's House Human Services Committee is making strides on crucial social service issues, from housing reforms to Medicaid transportation, as they prepare for a pivotal vote on House Bill 91!

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Vermont allocates $7.8M SSBG funding for fiscal year '25 across multiple departments Vermont outlines $7.8 million SSBG allocations for mental health, childcare, and legal services.

Vermont is stepping up with a groundbreaking $7.8 million funding plan aimed at transforming mental health, childcare, and essential services for vulnerable populations!

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Vermont task force addresses violence and safety for social service providers Task force reports on violence risks and safety needs for Vermont social service workers.

A new task force in Vermont is taking bold steps to protect social workers and tackle the urgent issues of poverty and mental health after a heartbreaking tragedy.

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City reallocates $100K for shelter expansion amid payroll tax revenue adjustments City shifts funds to special accounts to boost shelter services while managing payroll tax revenue.

Vermont's Senate Appropriations Committee is making bold financial moves, reallocating $100K for shelter expansion while navigating unexpected shifts in payroll tax revenues.

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