Vermont lawmakers race to adjourn Friday, aiming to pass the $8.5B state budget and key legislation, including property tax proposals, facing disagreements with Governor Phil Scott.

Vermont lawmakers race to adjourn Friday, aiming to pass key legislation including the $8.5B state budget, property tax Yield Bill, and housing land-use bill. The House's property tax proposal is at 14%, while the Senate's stands at 12.5%; both are too high for Governor Phil Scott. Lawmakers work late to reach agreements, with potential for bills to die if not resolved.

May 11, 2024
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