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Welch secures $2 million for rural Vermont health care
Health careThe federal money will support new Caledonia County pharmacies and safety upgrades within the UVM Health Network.
The Ballot Vermont Policy DeskOct 1, 2026
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Burlington details progress on three-part housing plan
HousingThe city is updating affordability programs, putting new zoning rules to use and planning a larger public role in housing.
The Ballot Vermont DeskSep 30, 2026
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Burlington lieutenant resigned during investigation
Elections and votingA Burlington lieutenant was under investigation when he resigned, separating the personnel process from his departure.
The Ballot Vermont Policy DeskSep 30, 2026
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Burlington mayor reports progress on housing strategy
HousingThe mayor’s announcement concerns Burlington’s people-first housing strategy and is not directly connected to an election or candidate race.
The Ballot Vermont Policy DeskSep 28, 2026
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Welch bill targets taxes on affordable housing grants
Economy and jobsThe Vermont senator’s bill would shield qualifying housing grants and state tax-credit sale income from federal taxation.
The Ballot Vermont News DeskSep 27, 2026
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Vermont governor candidates differ on AI, amendment
HousingThe candidates expressed differing views on artificial intelligence and a proposed constitutional amendment.
The Ballot Vermont DeskSep 27, 2026
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Vermont’s 2026 election features three statewide races
Elections and votingVoters will choose a governor, lieutenant governor and secretary of state, along with a representative to Vermont’s U.S. House seat.
The Ballot Vermont Policy DeskSep 27, 2026
News · VT
Vermont amendments raise question of existing rights
Elections and votingVoters will consider constitutional proposals on collective bargaining and equal protection in November 2026.
The Ballot Vermont News DeskSep 26, 2026
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Moose surrender unresolved after Vermont euthanasia order
Elections and votingBurlington says Diane Wheeler’s dog has been involved in at least seven attacks and that she has refused to follow city orders.
The Ballot Vermont DeskSep 22, 2026
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Federal judge blocks demand for Vermont voter list
Elections and votingA federal judge ruled Thursday that the federal government has no right to demand Vermont’s statewide voter registration list.
The Ballot Vermont DeskSep 19, 2026
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Welch votes against farm bill in Senate committee
Foreign policyThe Vermont senator said the measure falls short for small farms, nutrition assistance and rural communities.
The Ballot Vermont News DeskSep 18, 2026
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Vermont officials welcome block on USPS ballot rules
Elections and votingThe Supreme Court left in place an injunction preventing new Postal Service rules for mail ballots ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
The Ballot Vermont Policy DeskSep 16, 2026
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Vermont secretary of state praises Supreme Court ballot ruling
Elections and votingSarah Copeland Hanzas welcomed the court’s decision to block federal requirements for distributing and returning mail-in ballots.
The Ballot Vermont News DeskSep 16, 2026