The Senate Economic Development Committee is considering legislation with a wide range of provisions that would increase employer costs and limit employer rights. Although not yet introduced as official bills, the working drafts are available online. The first draft, available by clicking here, would, among other provisions: include health insurance benefits in the definition of […]
New Legislation of Interest to Vermont Employers
The following are bills recently introduced that might be of interest to Vermont employers. Text and other information about a bill’s status are available by clicking on the linked bill number. Note that official statements of purpose might not fully reflect the purpose or effect of the bill. If “SHORT FORM” is noted, the text […]
Hiring and Training Notes from the Vermont Department of Labor
Add any available positions to Vermont JobLink Vermont JobLink (VJL) is a free job board service from the Vermont Department of Labor. As part of the unemployment benefits process, job seekers are required to create a VJL account. Additionally, posting on VJL adds the job to a national database (National Labor Exchange), for broader visibility […]
UPDATED: Event Alert | Manufacturing Day in the State House, April 2
AIV is partnering with allied Vermont business associations to host Vermont Manufacturing Day at the Vermont State House on April 2. We encourage you to join with fellow industry leaders, manufacturing businesses, and policy makers to celebrate the manufacturing sector’s significant contributions to Vermont’s economy. The event will feature coffee with legislators, Lt. Governor Rodgers, […]
Manufacturer Alert | Critical Changes in How PFAS, Possibly Other Chemicals are Regulated in Vermont Impacting Broader Scope of Manufacturers
Legislation is being considered in the state house to dramatically change how PFAS is regulated in manufacturing. This proposal could greatly expand the scope of companies regulated for PFAS even if PFAS is not an intended part of their product, but rather present because of their manufacturing process or even contamination or other impurities. This […]
New Legislation of Interest to Vermont Employers
The following are bills recently introduced that might be of interest to Vermont employers. Text and other information about a bill’s status are available by clicking on the linked bill number. Note that official statements of purpose might not fully reflect the purpose or effect of the bill. If “SHORT FORM” is noted, the text […]