The final conference report for S.11, which became the latest and last vehicle for attaching a wide range of economic development and other provisions that have evolved over this session, has passed the Legislature and is awaiting the Governor’s action. It includes a number of provisions intended to help certain employers and employees. Unfortunately it […]
Working Lands Supply Chain Impact Grant Applications due December 6
This year, due to limited funds, the Working Lands Enterprise Grants will solely support Supply Chain Impact grant projects. Grant descriptions must demonstrate how the project will positively impact multiple businesses or have supply chain impacts. Grant awards are $25,000-$50,000 and first round applications are due December 6. Click here for more.
Forest Economy Stabilization Grant Program to Open
The Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation (DFPR) will open the application for the Forest Economy Stabilization Grant Program August 5. Click here for more. Qualifying businesses must meet eligibility criteria and grant award calculations will be based on actual demonstrated economic harm during the pandemic. A recording of an informational webinar for applicants will […]
Trade Updates from A.N. Deringer
The following is provided by AIV member A.N. Deringer. USTR Grants 16 Extensions for Section 301 List One Exclusions, Set to Expire June 4 The US Trade Representative (USTR) has extended sixteen exclusions from list one of the Section 301 tariffs imposed on Chinese imports. The exclusions, which were set to expire on June 4, […]
New Legislation | Updated February 4
The following are bills introduced in the Legislature this year that might be of particular interest to members, with first the House bills and then the Senate bills. Click on the bill number for more about texts, sponsors, procedural history, and other information. Keep in mind that the statements of purpose provided below are part […]
The Week Ahead in Committees | For the Week of January 20
The following are selected items on committee calendars for the coming week that might be of interest to members. Schedules are subject to change. If you would like more information on any of these issues or others of interest to you, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@aivt.org. You and also review full agendas […]
Act 250 Reform Rebooted?
After being bogged down with a wide ranging Act 250 reform proposal last year, the House Natural Resources, Fish, and Wildlife Committee has started working through a new proposal developed in negotiations between the Administration and VNRC. Still broad in scope, the proposal includes more positive provisions proposed by the Administration, while also containing a […]
UPDATED | New Legislation
The following are bills introduced in the Legislature this year that might be of particular interest to members, with first the House bills and then the Senate bills. Click on the bill number for more about texts, sponsors, procedural history, and other information. Keep in mind that the statements of purpose provided below are part […]
Save the Date | Sustainable Forestry Initiative Legislative Breakfast Reception
SAVE THE DATE Sustainable Forestry Initiative of Vermont Cordially invites you to a Legislative Breakfast Reception Friday, March 17, 2017 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Vermont State House Cafeteria SFI Vermont Participating Members Associated Industries of Vermont Britton Lumber Durgin & Crowell Lumber International Paper Company Catalyst Paper Plum Creek The A. Johnson Co., […]