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Gov. Scott proposes $9 billion budget focused on housing, education and public safety
Summary
Gov. Philip B. Scott delivered his budget message to a joint assembly, proposing a $9 billion budget he said does not raise taxes or fees and prioritizes housing, education reform, public safety measures, climate resilience and targeted investments in infrastructure and municipalities.
Montpelier — Gov. Philip B. Scott told a joint assembly on Jan. 28 that he is proposing a $9 billion budget that, he said, "doesn't raise taxes or fees" and prioritizes housing, education, public safety and affordability.
"In total, across all funds, I'm proposing a $9,000,000,000 budget," Gov. Scott told lawmakers. He said the plan relies on a mix of federal and state funding, identifies investments to address housing shortages, and forwards bills aimed at housing, public safety, education and affordability.
Scott framed the budget as a response to long-running pressures on affordability and demographics in Vermont. He said the state needs more housing supply and proposed multiple programs and capital investments intended to speed development and lower costs. He highlighted funding for housing programs, emergency…
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