AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoStudent Loans Lawsuit: Vermont and New York are among states suing the Trump administration over a new Education Department rule that narrows what counts as a “professional degree,” a change critics say will cut off federal loan access for many healthcare workers. SNAP Timing: June SNAP payments are rolling out on different state schedules, with some places issuing benefits on a single day and others spreading them out. Education Reform at the Statehouse: Gov. Phil Scott says he’ll veto Vermont’s budget unless lawmakers pass school consolidation, while lawmakers push ahead on education changes as the session nears its end. Public Safety Debate: Vermont House lawmakers are debating a bill that would bar local law enforcement from wearing masks, with ICE-related concerns driving the fight. Diocese Bankruptcy Costs: A judge says Vermont’s Catholic diocese has spent about $2 million in legal bills over nearly two years and still lacks a clear plan. Local Government: Northfield hires Montpelier’s police chief and deputy chief, while Barre voters reject a school budget again and re-elect Mayor Lauzon.
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