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10 months ago

Vermont lawmakers repeal sunset on clean water surcharge funding Legislators eliminate sunset provisions for property transfer tax clean water surcharge in Vermont.

Vermont lawmakers are taking bold steps to secure ongoing funding for clean water initiatives by repealing the sunset provisions on the property transfer tax surcharge!

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10 months ago

Legislators propose five-year review for Clean Water Fund rates and project timelines Lawmakers discuss extending sunset provisions and requiring periodic reports on water fund rates.

Vermont lawmakers are pushing for a critical five-year review of the Clean Water Fund, aiming to ensure its effectiveness and accountability for future generations.

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10 months ago

Senator Watson proposes flexible financing for water quality programs Senator Watson advocates removing grant restrictions for clean water service providers

Senator Watson is pushing for a major overhaul of water quality financing in Vermont, aiming to remove strict grant conditions that hinder clean water initiatives.

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1 year ago

State Budget Faces $120K Cut to Clean Water Fund from Meals and Rooms Tax Budget changes reduce Clean Water Fund by $120K due to downgraded meals and rooms tax.

Vermont's budget faces a $120,000 hit to the Clean Water Fund as economic forecasts downgrade the meals and rooms tax—what's the impact on our vital resources?

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