Three Things: This week, we’re sharing the application for our 2025 legislative internship, promoting Rep. Bongartz’s…
Category: Legislative
2024 Vermont Legislative Bulletin – Historic Progress for Vermont’s Climate, Communities, and Natural Resources
It’s been a historic year for climate action, communities, and natural resources! Read about the…
Three Things: Huge Success for the Environment! Historic Veto Overrides of the Act 250 Modernization Bill, Renewable Energy Standard, and Neonicotinoid Pesticide Ban!
Three Things: In a record-setting veto override session, three of VNRC’s top priorities made it…
Two Things: Veto Overrides and the State of the Lake
Two Things: A legislative update as the veto override session approaches, and the 2024 State…
Climate Superfund Law Enacted; Vermont Becomes First State to Hold Big Oil Financially Responsible for a Fair Share of Climate Damages
MONTPELIER – Legislation authorizing the State of Vermont to recoup financial damages caused by climate…
Governor Scott’s Veto of Landmark Renewable Energy Bill is Short-Sighted
Montpelier, VT — In a dismaying attempt to obstruct Vermont’s environmental and economic progress, today Governor…
Two Things: Legislative Wrap-Up and Collaborating on Community Climate Solutions
Two Things: Recapping policy progress as the Legislature has adjourned, and inviting you to join VECAN for…
Climate Superfund Act Passes Vermont Legislature, Heads to Governor Phil Scott
Montpelier, VT – The Vermont Senate gave final approval today to landmark legislation that holds…
Three Things: Pivotal Policy Progress, We’re Hiring, and Celebrating Senator McCormack
Three Things: Asking you to contact the governor about key environmental bills, hiring a Climate…
Vermont Senate Passes Modernized Renewable Energy Standard
Montpelier, VT – Today, the Vermont Senate passed H.289, to modernize the Renewable Energy Standard and…
Two Things: Legislative Action on Clean Energy and Flood Safety
Two Things: We’re asking you to reach out to your lawmakers in support of two key bills that are…
Three Things: PFAS Action, Clean Heat Standard Engagement, and Small Grants for Smart Growth
Three Things: Recapping recent action to address PFAS, sharing opportunities to weigh in on the Clean…