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Committee backs continuing Montreal trade office, discusses adding Southeast Asia presence funded by reversions

Vermont House Committee on Commerce & Economic Development · February 25, 2026
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Summary

Members supported $150,000 to continue the Montreal international business office and discussed a proposed $75,000 office in Southeast Asia/Pacific Rim, suggesting Department of Labor reversion dollars as a possible funding source.

During drafting of its Appropriations letter, the Vermont House Commerce & Economic Development committee endorsed continued funding for the state's Montreal international business office and explored expanding trade-office presence in Asia.

Legislative counsel and members reviewed a $150,000 one-time request to continue the Montreal international business office for two…

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