The high cost of living in Vermont stems from rising business expenses, shrinking paychecks, and reliance on imported goods. Businesses pass on higher costs to consumers, while residents face reduced take-home pay, creating a cycle of econo
Vermont's state spending has grown far faster than its economy over the past 20 years, creating a heavy reliance on federal aid and increasing taxes. To build a sustainable future, Vermont may need to align spending with economic growth and
Vermont’s affordable housing crisis isn’t just about money — it’s about rules. From Act 250 delays to outdated fire codes, the state has built a maze that stops small builders and sidelines old rentals. The result: fewer units, higher rents
From Act 250’s debut in 1970 to Act 181 of 2024, Vermont’s land-use laws have expanded from local oversight to a unified system of ecological control. Each statute looked narrow; together they’ve transformed ownership itself. If the state s
In 2016, a short bill labeled “An act relating to timber harvesting” quietly rewrote Vermont’s land-use laws. A single sentence requiring towns to map “forest blocks” and “habitat connectors” became the foundation for the Vermont Conservati
Vermont keeps breaking ground on sweeping laws—the Clean Water Act, Three-Acre Rule, Global Warming Solutions Act, and Clean Heat Standard—before anyone knows how they’ll work or what they’ll cost. These “golden albatrosses” touch every pro
Vermont’s environmental policy loop has turned circular: the same advocacy lawyers who help write state rules are now suing farms and agencies for not enforcing them fast enough or good enough. Registered lobbyists for CLF and VNRC drafted
A new Clean Water Act lawsuit against a Panton dairy could redefine how Vermont farms manage water. Environmental groups claim pesticides are “spewing” from tile drains into Dead Creek, but data show common farm chemicals at levels typical
Vermont’s workplace drug-testing law prohibits random tests and requires employers to offer rehabilitation before firing workers who test positive. Strict procedures under 21 V.S.A. §§ 513–514 outline how tests must be conducted, making Ver
If you've ever wondered where Vermont's Progressive legislature gets its big ideas, look no further than the Center for American Progress (CAP). From costly energy mandates to contentious social policies, CAP's influence drives legislation
Windows 10’s official support ends October 14, 2025 — but Microsoft is giving users one free year of security updates through its Extended Security Update program. Here’s how to enroll, what it means, and what comes next once that year runs
The dream of the “15-minute city” falls apart when fear rules the streets. From walkable downtowns to public trains, people won’t step outside if they think they’ll be attacked or harassed. Safety isn’t a luxury in city design—it’s the foun
