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February 5, 2026
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Vermont Senate Confirms Drescher and Nolan to State Supreme Court Amid Close Vote: The Vermont Senate confirmed Michael P. Drescher and Christina E. Nolan as associate justices to the state’s Supreme Court following a closely split vote. Lieutenant Governor John Rodgers cast the deciding vote for Drescher after a 15-15 tie. The decision came after significant debate and some cross-party support, particularly from Bennington County senators. The appointments followed comprehensive reviews of the candidates’ legal records and roles in recent high-profile cases. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Feb 5)
November 18, 2025
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Vermont School District Task Force Advances Plan for Voluntary Mergers: The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force is nearing the conclusion of meetings aimed at reducing education expenses by encouraging voluntary district consolidations. Instead of reorganizing districts by county or career and technical education regions, the panel now supports a ten-year plan offering incentives for mergers. The proposal aims to secure state construction funding and foster regional high schools with shared services. Public feedback has generally not favored the proposed maps or direction. (Source: The Commons on Nov 18)
October 29, 2025
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Vermont Allocates Emergency Funds to Continue Food Assistance During Federal Shutdown: Vermont state officials have allocated $50 million in emergency funding to maintain grocery benefits for residents relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program amid the ongoing federal government shutdown. The move ensures both food and heating assistance programs continue for households in need, despite a lapse in federal support. The Vermont Legislature had previously reserved $110 million for emergencies, with leaders recently prioritizing these funds. This state intervention aims to secure basic needs during a period of increased uncertainty. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Oct 29)