Borrowers may now apply for forgiveness for their Short Term Forgivable Loans as part of the program offered to support businesses experiencing continued working capital shortfalls as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Borrowers may apply for forgiveness anytime up until 12 months from the day they received their loan, as long as they meet […]
This Week in Committees | Week of January 23
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 can also review full agendas […]
Agricultural and Forestry Trade Show Assistance | January 31 Deadlines
Trade Show Assistance Grants Agricultural and forestry businesses may apply for up to $5,000 to help mitigate the financial risks associated with exhibiting at trade shows and network with wholesale buyers. Funds may reimburse up to 50% of costs related to exhibiting and selling products at out-of-state trade shows or virtual shows targeting out-of-state buyers that […]
Slow Start to New Legislature but Significant Issues Expected; Employer Engagement will be Critical
The Legislature spent its first full week of the new session and biennium primarily receiving introductions from key legislative staff, administrative agencies and non-governmental stakeholders. However, work on legislation impacting Vermont’s employers and economy is expected to start in the coming week, and employers are strongly encouraged to contact us to provide point persons we […]
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 […]
The Week in Committees | Week of January 9
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 can also review full agendas […]
SBA Loan Clinic July 6
The Small Business Administration is hosting a free webinar at 12:00 on July 6 about its guaranteed loan programs. SBA guarantees loans making it easier for small businesses to get the funding by reducing lender risk. Funds can be used for most business purposes, including long-term fixed assets and operating capital. Amounts range from $500 […]
New Upcoming Webinars from Vermont Procurement Technical Assistance Center
VT PTAC’s new program year begins July with webinars and events to assist businesses with government contracting needs: Lunch Bites – Selling to the Vermont National Guard. July 6, 12:00 to 12:45 pm. Click here for more. Intro to VT PTAC. July 13, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. Click here for more. HUBZone Certification Program […]
Federal Agencies Regulatory Agenda
Last week, the Biden Administration published its “Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions” (click here), the biannual report on actions administrative agencies plan to issue in the near and long term. Although the Agenda tends to be aspirational, it provides important insights about proposed regulatory and deregulatory actions, as well as broader priorities, at […]
Workforce Training Grants Available to On-Board and Upskill Staff
The Vermont Training Program (VTP) helps fund innovative solutions to today’s workforce challenges. VTP grants can cover up to 50% of expenses related to training and up-skilling staff, including employee wages for time spent training on the job. Training can be on-site or through an outside provider and funds can even be used to establish […]