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Senate adopts H.790 conference report with six targeted budget tweaks, including Meals on Wheels increase
Summary
The Vermont Senate accepted the conference committee report on H.790 (fiscal 2026 budget adjustments), approving six limited amendments that shift modest sums (including a $25,000 net change for Meals on Wheels), add conditions for housing-authority allocations, and move reporting dates for certain programs.
The Vermont Senate on Feb. 25 accepted and adopted the conference committee report on H.790, a bill adjusting parts of the FY2026 budget, approving six discrete amendments identified by the conference committee. The motion to suspend rules and take up H.790 passed by voice vote, and the report was adopted by the Senate.
Senator Birchlik explained the changes on the floor, saying "There are 6 instances of amendments," and walking lawmakers through the particulars. Two linked amendments alter the Meals on Wheels and related totals by a net $25,000: the conference compromise allocates…
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