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Vermont
Vermont Governor Phil Scott
Gov. Phil Scott is a native Vermonter who grew up in Barre, and is a graduate of Spaulding High School and the University of Vermont. In 2000, he was elected to the Vermont Senate, where he represented Washington County for five terms. During his 10-year service in the Senate, he was Vice Chair of the Transportation Committee and Chair of the Institutions Committee. Phil was elected Vermont's 79th Lieutenant Governor in 2010, serving until January, 2017.
Throughout his years of public service, Phil has listened to, and learned from Vermonters, and is always willing to roll up his sleeves to help make a difference in people's lives. As Lt. Governor, he launched the Everyday Jobs Initiative, and Vermont Economy Pitch sessions, for the opportunity to learn from Vermont's employers and workers. And in 2011, in the wake of Tropical Storm Irene, he organized the removal and disposal of mobile homes around the state, which were destroyed by the flood, all at no cost to homeowners and without spending any taxpayer dollars.
Through the Everyday Jobs Initiative, Phil has worked in 35 different professions around the state - working alongside a host of professionals and business owners, from manufacturing floor technicians and beekeepers to emergency room workers and second grade teachers. The Vermont Economy Pitch sessions, started in January 2015, provided businesspeople the platform to pitch ideas directly to legislators on how to improve Vermont's business climate. Many ideas from those sessions were introduced into the 2015 legislative session, several of them passed into law.
Phil is also active in community service projects. In 2005, he founded the Wheels for Warmth program, through which Vermonters donate tires they no longer need. The tires that meet state inspection standards are offered for resale at affordable prices, with all proceeds benefiting heating fuel assistance programs. More than $ $367,000 has been raised in total, and tires that are not reusable are recycled.
In September of 2015, Phil announced his intention to run for Governor, noting:
"I've made this decision because I believe too many families and employers are on the economic edge. For them to thrive and our state to prosper we must revitalize the fundamentals of a strong, healthy economy that expands the middle class, lifts wages, and attracts working families, entrepreneurs and new jobs... It is time for Vermont to move forward, beginning with a change in the Governor's office...I will be a steady hand at the helm, provide balanced leadership that values listening, stand up for working families and confront our crisis of affordability in meaningful ways. Practical leadership that is in touch with the needs of everyday families and small businesses will rebuild faith and trust in government and move Vermont forward in very positive ways."
For more than thirty years, Phil was a co-owner of his family construction business, and raced the #14 car at Barre's Thunder Road for more than two decades. He has the most career wins as a Late Model driver at the track. He's also an avid cyclist, logging more than 4,000 miles in the last year alone.
Phil lives in Berlin with his wife Diana McTeague Scott and their two dogs, a spoiled golden retriever and a loving black lab. He has two grown daughters, Erica and Rachael.
Recent News
Statement from Governor Phil Scott on the Anniversary of the Hamas Attack on Israel
Montpelier, Vt. – Statement from Governor Phil Scott: “One year ago, nearly 1,200 Israelis, mostly civilians, were killed in a brutal attack by Hamas. Nearly 100 remain hostages of Hamas, including four Americans. On Oct 7th, I join…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints Wanda Minoli Commissioner of Buildings and General Services
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott on Oct 2nd, announced Wanda Minoli will become Commissioner of the Department of Buildings and General Services (BGS), effective Monday, October 14, 2024. Minoli is currently the Commissioner of the…
Read More »President Biden Approves Major Disaster Declaration for July 29-31 Flooding
Montpelier, VT - President Joe Biden has approved a Major Disaster Declaration to help communities and individuals in Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties recover from damages caused by rainfall and severe flooding July 29-31, 2024. The…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Proclaims Thursday September 19 as Noah Kahan's Busyhead Project Day in Vermont, As Kahan Brings Awareness to Mental Health Initiatives with the Busyhead Project
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott on Sep 18th, announced that he has proclaimed Thursday, September 19 “Noah Kahan’s Busyhead Project Day” in Vermont as critically acclaimed Vermont singer and songwriter, Noah Kahan,…
Read More »Governor Appoints Patricia Gabel Assistant Judge in Lamoille County and Jessica Seman Family Division Magistrate
Montpelier, VT – Governor Phil Scott on Sep 17th, announced the appointment of Jessica Seman of Reading as Family Division Magistrate serving the southeastern region of the state and Patricia Gabel of Stowe as Assistant Judge in Lamoille…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces $1.6 Million of New Brownfield Revitalization Fund Investments
Montpelier, VT -- Governor Phil Scott and the Department of Economic Development on Sep 16th, announced the Brownfields Revitalization Fund (BRF) – State Program is investing $1,594,500 to clean up two properties in Bennington and Northfield.…
Read More »President Biden Approves Governor Scott's Major Disaster Declaration Request for June 23 Storm
Montpelier, Vt. – President Joe Biden has approved a Major Disaster Declaration to help communities in Lamoille County recover costs for repairing public infrastructure damage caused by rainfall and severe flooding on June 23, 2024. A…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on the Twenty-Third Anniversary of 9/11
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott on Sep 11th, issued the following statement: "On this day twenty-three years ago, an evil act of terrorism shook the foundation of our nation. But, even in our darkest hour, we joined together and…
Read More »In Massachusetts, New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers Commit to Continued Cross-Border Collaboration
Boston — The New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers (NEG-ECP) met to discuss coordinated efforts on shared economic, energy and environmental priorities at the 45th annual NEG-ECP Conference held on September 9 and 10 in Boston,…
Read More »USDA Designates Vermont as Natural Disaster Area for July 2024 Flooding
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack has approved Governor Phil Scott’s request for a Secretarial Disaster Designation for six Vermont counties in response to this July’s rain and flooding events. Caledonia, Essex, Orange,…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Requests a Major Disaster Declaration for July 29-31 Flooding
Governor Phil Scott on Aug 28th, made a formal request to President Joe Biden for a Major Disaster Declaration to help communities and individuals in Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties recover from damages incurred in the storms and floods of…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints DaShawn Groves Commissioner of the Department of Vermont Health Access
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and Human Services Secretary Jenney Samuelson on Aug 22nd, announced the appointment of DaShawn Groves as the new commissioner of the Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA), effective September 3,…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott, Senator Bernie Sanders, Senator Peter Welch, and Congresswoman Becca Balint Announce $2.1M in Community Development Block Grants
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott, the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), and Vermont’s congressional delegation on Aug 21st, announced $2,155,468 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) federal funding…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on the Passing of Senator Bill Doyle
Governor Phil Scott on Aug 20th, issued the following statement: “Senator Doyle was an institution. A beloved teacher to decades of Vermont students and mentor to hundreds of legislators, including me. Serving Washington County with Bill was…
Read More »President Biden Approves Governor Scott's Major Disaster Declaration Request
Montpelier Vt. – President Joseph Biden on Aug 20th, approved Governor Phil Scott’s request for a FEMA major disaster declaration for Vermont to assist individuals and communities in recovering from flooding that occurred from July 9 to…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints Charles Martin Deputy Secretary of the Agency of Natural Resources
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and Agency of Natural Resources (ANR) Secretary Julie Moore on Aug 15th, announced the appointment of Charles Martin as the new deputy secretary of the ANR. Martin most recently worked in the Flood…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Takes Additional Action to Expedite Flood Response and Recovery
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott on Aug 9th, announced new actions to both prepare for Tropical Depression Debby and continue to respond to the damage from multiple storms in July. On Thursday, Governor Scott requested a Presidential…
Read More »Application Now Open for Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer Program
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott, the Agency of Human Services, and the Agency of Education announced on Aug 5th, that Vermont’s Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (SEBT) program online application is now available for families to…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Requests Federal Disaster Declaration for July 10-11 Storm
Montpelier, Vt.— Governor Phil Scott has made a formal request for a federal disaster declaration which would bring federal resources to individuals and communities recovering from the July 10 and 11 flooding event. The declaration requests…
Read More »Vermont Requests Federal Assessment of July 30-31 Storms and Flood Damage
Montpelier,VT. — The State on August 2nd, submitted a request for a Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to determine whether the state qualifies for a federal major disaster declaration for…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Requests Secretarial Disaster Designation From U.S. Department of Agriculture in Response to July Flooding
Montpelier, VT - Governor Phil Scott has requested that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issue a disaster designation for the State of Vermont in response to severe July flooding. A Secretarial Disaster Designation would open the…
Read More »Vermont Expands Vehicle Incentive Programs for Residents Affected by Flooding
Montpelier, VT - Governor Phil Scott and the Vermont Agency of Transportation (AOT) today announced it will again modify its vehicle incentive programs for Vermonters whose personal vehicles were damaged by flooding in an effort to provide increased…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints Joseph McLean as Superior Court Judge of Environmental Division
Montpelier, VT - Governor Phil Scott today announced the appointment of Joseph McLean, as a superior court judge of the environmental division. “Joe has demonstrated a strong understanding of Vermont’s environmental laws through his…
Read More »Governor Scott Authorizes Temporary Regulatory Relief to Expedite Emergency Response and Infrastructure Rebuild
Berlin, VT - Governor Phil Scott today signed an addendum to his Emergency Declaration, which updates the existing Declaration to include temporary regulatory relief in specific areas. These actions will help expedite the response to the July 2024…
Read More »Vermont Requests Federal Assessment of July 10-11 Storms and Flood Damage
Montpelier, VT - The State today submitted a request for a Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to determine whether the state qualifies for a federal major disaster declaration for flooding and…
Read More »TRANSCRIPT: Governor Phil Scott Remarks on One Year Anniversary of July 2023 Flood
Montpelier, Vt. - At his weekly press conference today, Governor Phil Scott and officials provided an update on the State’s initial response and ongoing recovery efforts resulting from last summer’s catastrophic flooding in Vermont…
Read More »Statement From Governor Phil Scott on Independence Day
Montpelier, VT - Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement celebrating Independence Day: “On this day 248 years ago, a group, who had the courage to stand up for freedom, formally declared our independence. I hope we as…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces $2.7 Million Investment in the Rehabilitation and Reuse of Brownfields
Montpelier, VT - Governor Phil Scott and the Department of Economic Development (DED) announced today the Brownfields Revitalization Fund – State Program is investing $1,970,970 to clean six properties in Newport, St. Johnsbury, West Rutland…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - June 28, 2024
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. On June 28, Governor Scott signed: -H.890, An act relating to delaying implementation of certain health insurance claims editing…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott, Senator Bernie Sanders, Senator Peter Welch, and Congresswoman Becca Balint Announce $7.9 Million in Northern Border Regional Commission Grants for Vermont Communities
Montpelier, VT – Governor Phil Scott, Senator Bernie Sanders, Senator Peter Welch, and Congresswoman Becca Balint, along with the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC), announced on June 27th, the Vermont grantees for the NBRC 2024…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Explains Impact of Legislature's Veto Overrides
Montpelier, Vt. – At his weekly press conference Wednesday, Governor Phil Scott discussed the impact the Legislature’s veto overrides will have on Vermont taxpayers, workers and families and their ability to afford to live in the state. …
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces $1.7 Million in Downtown Transportation Fund Grants
Montpelier, Vt. — Governor Phil Scott and the Vermont Downtown Development Board announced on June 17th, $1,787,989 in Downtown Transportation Fund Grants to support projects to improve safety, access, and transportation in 11 Vermont…
Read More »Statement From Governor Phil Scott on the Legislature’s Veto Overrides, Which Impose More Costs on Vermonters and Disproportionately Harm Rural Vermont
On June 17th, the Vermont Legislature voted to override the Governor on several bills, despite reasonable compromises being offered that would have made sure more parts of the state benefitted. Governor Phil Scott on June 17th, issued the following…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - June 13, 2024
Montpelier, VT - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. On June 13, Governor Scott signed bills of the following titles: H.10, An act relating to amending the Vermont Employment Growth…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - June 12, 2024
Montpelier, VT - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. On June 12th, Governor Scott signed bills of the following titles: H.173, An act relating to prohibiting manipulating a child…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - June 10, 2024
Montpelier, VT. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. On June 10, Governor Scott signed bills of the following titles: H.626, An act relating to animal welfare H.780, An act…
Read More »Statement in Honor of the 80th Anniversary of D-Day
"This day, 80 years ago, was a turning point in World War II as American and Allied forces began the liberation of Europe. The acts of heroism and sacrifices made by so many brave service members, on D-Day and throughout World War II, will never be…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - June 6, 2024
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. On June 4, Governor Scott signed bills of the following titles: H.622, An act relating to emergency medical services H.870,…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - June 6, 2024 -- Additional Bills
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bill, passed by the General Assembly. Action on additional bills will be taken later today. On June 6, Governor Scott returned without signature and vetoed H.887, An act…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott and Vermont Bond Bank Launch Rural Water Infrastructure Funding Program with $6.8 Million ARPA Funding
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) on June 4th, announced an award of $6.8 million to the Vermont Bond Bank. This American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding will launch the Small System…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints Aliena Gerhard as Lamoille County State's Attorney
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott on June 4th, announced the appointment of Aliena Gerhard as state’s attorney for Lamoille County, replacing former state’s attorney, Todd Shove. “As acting states attorney, Aliena has…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - June 4, 2024
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. On June 4, Governor Scott signed bills of the following titles: H.614, An act relating to land improvement fraud and timber…
Read More »Money Available to Vermont Municipalities to Protect Against Future Flooding at No Cost to Towns
Governor Scott and Vermont Emergency Management announced on June 3rd, $90 million of federal funding is now available to Vermont municipalities to implement hazard mitigation measures that reduce future flood risk. These funds are available to all…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - June 3, 2024
Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. On June 3, Governor Scott signed bills of the following titles: H.546, An act relating to administrative and policy changes to tax laws H.657, An act…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on the Passing of Senator Dick Sears
Governor Phil Scott on June 2nd, issued the following statement: “I am saddened to learn of the passing of Senator Dick Sears. Senator Sears was already in the Senate when I arrived as a freshman in 2001. We served together for many years…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - May 30, 2024
On May 30, Governor Scott signed bills of the following titles: H.233, An act relating to licensure and regulation of pharmacy benefit managers H.503, An act relating to approval of amendments to the charter of the Town of St. Johnsbury H.534,…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - May 29, 2024
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. On May 29, Governor Scott signed bills of the following titles: H.862, An act relating to approval of amendments to the charter of…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott and Interim Education Secretary Zoie Saunders Announce Afterschool Grant Recipients
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and Interim Education Secretary Zoie Saunders on May 29th, announced the recipients of this year’s afterschool grant awards. This $3.5 million grant program was established to expand and create new…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces New Grants to Fund Transformational Tourism Initiatives
Governor Phil Scott and the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing on May 28th, announced applications are now being accepted for Transformational Tourism, Events, and Regional Marketing (T-TERM) grants. These grants are funded by the U.S.…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - May 28, 2024
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. On May 28, Governor Scott signed bills of the following titles: S.159, An act relating to the County and Regional Governance Study…
Read More »Transcript: Governor Scott Details His Approach to Bills Coming to His Desk
Montpelier, Vt. – At his weekly press conference Wednesday, Governor Phil Scott discussed his decision-making on bills coming to his desk. He highlighted the challenge of balancing benefits, costs and risks, his Administration’s efforts…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints Andy Julow to Vermont Senate
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott on May 21st, announced his appointment of Andy Julow, of North Hero, to fill the vacant Grand Isle district Senate seat. Julow replaces Richard T. Mazza, who resigned last month after serving 39 years in…
Read More »Eligible Vermont School Children to Receive Financial Support for Summer Meals
Berlin, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and the Vermont agencies of Human Services and Education on May 21st, announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved Vermont’s Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (SEBT) plan to help…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - May 20, 2024
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. Reflecting on the bills coming to his desk this year, Governor Scott said: “Over the last few years, I’ve tried to meet…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces Departure of Administration Secretary Kristin Clouser
Montpelier, VT -- Governor Phil Scott on May 17th, announced that Secretary Kristin Clouser will be leaving her role leading the Agency of Administration next week. Secretary Clouser was first appointed by Governor Scott as deputy secretary of the…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Names Amanda Wheeler Press Secretary
Montpelier, VT – Governor Phil Scott on May 17th, named Amanda Wheeler, of Bradford, as his press secretary, effective Monday, May 20. She will now serve as the primary contact for press inquiries for the Governor’s Office. Wheeler has…
Read More »Transcript: Governor Phil Scott Delivers 2024 Adjournment Address
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott on May 11th, delivered his annual adjournment address to lawmakers. A transcript of the Senate-version of Governor’s remarks as prepared can be found below: Governor Scott: Mr. President, Pro Tem.…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints Abbey Duke to the House of Representatives
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott on May 6th, announced his appointment of Abbey Duke, of Burlington, to fill the vacant Chittenden-17 seat in the Vermont House of Representatives. Duke replaces Emma Mulvaney-Stanak, who resigned last month…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on Interim Secretary Zoie Saunders
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott on April 30th, issued the following statement: “I believe Vermont’s public education system has the potential to be the best in the nation, attracting the families we need to revitalize working…
Read More »Vermont’s First Federally Funded EV Fast Chargers Now Operational
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott, Vermont’s congressional delegation, the Vermont Agency of Transportation (AOT), top officials from the Federal Highway Administration and Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, and cabinet members, on…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on the House Property Tax Bill
Montpelier, VT – Governor Phil Scott on April 18th, issued the following statement in response to the yield bill passed by House Ways & Means, which will lead to a painful property tax increase for Vermonters: “Vermonters already…
Read More »Music Drives Us Launches New Grant Program in Partnership with Vermont
Montpelier, VT - Governor Phil Scott and Ernie Boch Jr. on April 15th, announced the launch of a new grant program aimed at supporting music programs in Vermont schools. The program will be run in coordination with Mr. Boch’s foundation, Music…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott and the State of Vermont Fully Committed to Vermont’s Cutting-Edge V-GaN Tech Hub
Berlin, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott On April 9 reiterated his strong support for Vermont’s Tech Hub V-GaN by devoting resources to transform the Green Mountain State into a world leader in Gallium Nitride (GaN) semiconductors. “This…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on the Resignation of Senator Richard T. Mazza
Berlin, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott On April 8 issued the following statement following the resignation of his good friend and mentor, Senator Richard T. Mazza, after 42 years of service in Montpelier, including the last 39 representing…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces $29.25 Million in Grants to Reduce Pollution from Combined Sewer Overflows
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott and the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) On April 2 announced $29.25 million in grants to improve municipal combined sewer infrastructure and reduce pollution in Vermont’s streams and lakes. …
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Celebrates Success of VHIP as State Launches VHIP 2.0
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Scott and the Vermont Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) are celebrating the success of more than three years of the Vermont Housing Improvement Program (VHIP) as DHCD launches VHIP 2.0. …
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - May 10, 2023
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. On May 10, Governor Scott signed bills of the following titles: H.89, An act relating to civil and criminal procedures concerning…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces BIPOC Business and Workforce Development Program
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and the Department of Economic Development (DED), alongside the Vermont Professionals of Color Network (VT PoC), announced a new partnership to provide technical assistance and development services to…
Read More »Statement from Governor Scott on S.5
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement on the Senate's vote on S.5, imposing a clean heat standard: “Unfortunately, the Senate has chosen to override my veto on S.5, but I want to thank the bipartisan…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - May 8, 2023
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. On May 8, Governor Scott signed bills of the following titles: S.3, An act relating to prohibiting paramilitary training camps…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces Over $1 Million in Grants Supporting Downtown and Village Revitalization Efforts
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) today announced awards of over $1 million in Downtown Transportation Fund grants to support seven projects in Designated Downtowns and…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announced $5.6 Million to 193 Vermont Households to Fix Failed Wells or Septic Systems
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced $5.6 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to help 193 low- to moderate-income Vermont households repair or replace…
Read More »Governor Scott Addresses Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce
Springfield, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today addressed a luncheon hosted by the Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce. The Governor discussed his priorities as the legislative session enters its final weeks. “To restore the…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints 42 Vermonters to State Boards and Commissions
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today announced that he appointed 42 individuals in April to State boards and commissions. Boards and commissions serve an important role in state government, giving Vermonters numerous opportunities to…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on S.5
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement: “From the start of this conversation, I have clearly, and repeatedly, said I agree we need to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, including in the thermal sector.…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces Five Additional Brownfield Cleanup Awards Totaling $3.97 Million in Commitments
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott and the Agency of Commerce and Community Development (ACCD) today announced five additional awards and another $3.97 million have been committed to remediate brownfields sites across the state. “This…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on the Senate Budget
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement: “In January, I presented a balanced budget that made critical investments in people and communities, provided much needed tax relief for working families and the…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces Second Round of Approved Community Recovery and Revitalization Program Project Applications
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and the Agency of Commerce and Community Development (ACCD) today announced the second round of approved Community Recovery and Revitalization Program (CRRP) grant applications for projects that spur…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on the Passage of S.5
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement: “Today, the House of Representatives passed S.5, which I believe will have significant impacts on Vermonters by orchestrating a system that will give people two…
Read More »Governor Scott Visits Vermont's Largest Career Fair, Talks Workforce and Affordability
City of Essex Junction, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today visited Vermont’s Largest Career Fair at the Champlain Valley Exposition, where he met with dozens of employers and job seekers. The event, sponsored by Associated General…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Calls for Focus on Communities and People
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement: “In my Inaugural Address, I asked legislators to join me to make the most of the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity we have as a result of historic federal funds…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - April 18, 2023
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly. On April 18, Governor Scott signed the following bills: H.28, An act relating to diversion and expungement H.466, An act relating…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces Forests, Parks, and Recreation Commissioner Appointment
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today announced the appointment of Danielle (Danny) Fitzko as commissioner of the Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation (FPR). Fitzko has served as interim commissioner since January 2023, and has…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints Two Superior Court Judges
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today announced his appointment of two Vermont Superior Court Judges: Robert Katims of Hinesburg and H. Dickson Corbett of East Thetford. “As I have often said, appointed judges is one of the most…
Read More »Transcript: Remarks from Governor Phil Scott's Weekly Press Conference
Montpelier, Vt. – At his weekly press conference today, Governor Phil Scott addressed areas of agreement with the Legislature and paths forward to responsibly achieve common goals. A transcript of opening remarks from Governor Scott can be…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Highlights Importance of Strengthening Vermont's Communities with Investment In Housing, Economic Development, Infrastructure and More
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott has signed a proclamation declaring April 11-15 Community Development Week. The designation and proclamation focus on the success and impact of the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program,…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Welcomes First Lady Jill Biden to Vermont for Investing in America Tour
South Burlington, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today joined the First Lady of the United States, Dr. Jill Biden, and U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona at BETA Technologies in South Burlington as part of the Biden Administration’s…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints 85 Vermonters to State Boards and Commissions
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today announced he’s appointed 85 individuals to State boards and commissions this month. Boards and commissions serve an important role in state government, giving Vermonters numerous…
Read More »Transcript: Governor Phil Scott Reacts to House Budget at Weekly Press Conference
Montpelier, Vt. – At his weekly press conference today, Governor Phil Scott and his Cabinet commented on the proposed House budget. A transcript of opening remarks from Governor Scott can be found below, and you can watch the press…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on House Paid Family Leave Bill
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott issued the following statement regarding the paid family leave bill being considered by the House: “It’s important to know, I support universal access to paid family and medical leave. That’s…
Read More »Governor Phil Scotts Announces Municipal Planning Grant Awards
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and the Vermont Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) today announced the support of 29 municipal planning projects totaling $598,997 dollars. Municipal Planning Grants support a range of…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces Winners of Downtown and Village Center Tax Incentives
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and the Agency of Commerce and Community Development (ACCD) today announced over $860,000 in funding supporting rehabilitation and revitalization projects throughout Vermont’s designated downtown and…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces $2.8 Million in ARPA Awards for Wastewater Pretreatment
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott and the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Wastewater Program today announced $2.8 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) awards to help municipalities and companies improve their wastewater…
Read More »Disaster Declaration Approved for Eight Vermont Counties
Montpelier, Vt. March 21 – Governor Phil Scott, Senator Bernie Sanders, Senator Peter Welch, and Representative Becca Balint today announced that President Joseph Biden has declared a Major Disaster for Chittenden, Essex, Franklin, Grand Isle,…
Read More »Statement from the Scott Administration on Community Revitalization
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Scott and members of the Cabinet participated in several events Monday as part of their work to revitalize communities across the state, including a public safety and human services summit in Bennington, forums in…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces Departure of Education Secretary Dan French
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today announced that Secretary Dan French will be leaving his job leading the Vermont Agency of Education next month to take a senior leadership role at the Council of Chief State School Officers.…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints Melanie Carpenter to Lamoille-2 House Seat
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today announced that he has appointed Melanie Carpenter, of Hyde Park, to the vacant Lamoille-2 seat in the House of Representatives. Carpenter replaces former Rep. Kate Donnally, who resigned last month.…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces First Approved Community Recovery and Revitalization Program Project Applications
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott and Agency of Commerce and Community Development (ACCD) today announced the first round of approved grant applications for projects that spur economic recovery through the Community Recovery and Revitalization…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints 106 Vermonters to State Boards and Commissions
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today announced he’s appointed 106 individuals to State boards and commissions in January and February of 2023. Boards and commissions serve an important role in state government, giving Vermonters…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces the Opening of Applications for Municipal Energy Resilience Grants
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott and the Department of Buildings and General Services (BGS) today announced the opening of applications for the new $45 million Municipal Energy Resilience Program (MERP). To kick-off this initiative, covered…
Read More »TRANSCRIPT: Governor Phil Scott, Secretary Julie Moore Address S.5 at Weekly Press Conference
Montpelier, Vt. – At his weekly press conference today, Governor Phil Scott and Natural Resources Secretary Julie Moore discussed S.5, which is currently before the Senate. They addressed the potential significant financial hardship the…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Highlights Long-Term Economic Impact and Community Benefits of Securing State Matching Funds in the FY24 Budget
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott, Secretaries Julie Moore and Joe Flynn, and community leaders today highlighted the importance of securing the $150 million dollars in federal match funding, proposed in the Governor’s fiscal year 2024…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Requests Major Disaster Declaration For December 2022 Storm
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott has made a formal request for federal disaster funds to assist communities and public utilities recover costs for repairs and power restoration following the December 22-24, 2022, winter storm. The request seeks…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces Key Leadership Appointments at the Department for Children and Families
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today announced he appointed Chris Winters, of Berlin, as commissioner of the Department for Children and Families (DCF). Winters will replace Interim Commissioner Harry Chen, M.D., who has served since October.…
Read More »DON'T QUIT! Fitness Campaign Launches in Vermont
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and Jake “Body by Jake” Steinfeld, Chairman of the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils (NFGFC), announced today that NFGFC has selected the State of Vermont for its 2023…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces New Program to Help Revitalize Manufactured Home Communities
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott and the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) announced the launch of the Manufactured Home Improvement and Repair Program (MHIR), offering financial assistance to manufactured home communities…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott in Response to False Public Safety Reports
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement in response to false reports of active shooters at schools in Vermont: “These calls were a hoax—an act of terrorism designed to create chaos and stoke…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces $12.6 Million in Healthy Homes Initiative Awards
Montpelier, VT - Governor Phil Scott and the Agency of Natural Resources (ANR) today announced $12.6 million in Healthy Homes Initiative awards to help 36 manufactured housing communities (also known as mobile home parks) repair, replace, and…
Read More »TRANSCRIPT: Remarks from Governor Phil Scott Weekly Press Conference on Civility and Respect
Montpelier, Vt. – At his weekly press conference today, Governor Phil Scott addressed concerning incidents seen at youth sporting events over the past several months, and the need for everyone to work to be better role models. A transcript…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on the Anniversary of the Family and Medical Leave Act
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement marking the 30th anniversary of the federal Family and Medical Leave Act: “This week marks the 30th anniversary of the enactment of the Family and Medical Leave…
Read More »State Prepares for Extreme Cold Conditions
Montpelier, Vt. - The National Weather Service is warning of extremely cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills on Friday and Saturday (February 3-4). These temperatures have the potential to pose a danger to health and property. A Wind Chill…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints Farzana Leyva Orleans County State's Attorney
Montpelier, Vt.- Governor Phil Scott today announced the appointment of Farzana Leyva, of Westfield, as Orleans County state’s attorney. Farzana has served as acting state’s attorney since Governor Scott appointed former state’s…
Read More »Over $300,000 in Grants Awarded to Rehabilitate Vermont Landmarks and Historic Buildings
Over $300,000 in Grants Awarded to Rehabilitate Vermont Landmarks and Historic Buildings Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott, the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation (VDHP) and the Vermont Advisory Council on Historic Preservation…
Read More »Vermont Businesses to See Decrease in Workers' Compensation Insurance for Record Seventh Year in a Row
Vermont Businesses to See Decrease in Workers' Compensation Insurance for Record Seventh Year in a Row Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and Department of Financial Regulation (DFR) Commissioner Kevin Gaffney today announced that…
Read More »Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation-January 25,2023
Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation-January 25,2023 Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bill, passed by the General Assembly. On January 25, Governor Scott signed a bill of the following…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Delivers Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Address
Governor Phil Scott Delivers Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Address Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today delivered his seventh budget address to the General Assembly, taking advantage of historic surpluses to make strategic investments in areas…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces Agency of Digital Services Leadership Appointments
Governor Phil Scott Announces Agency of Digital Services Leadership Appointments Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today announced he has appointed Shawn Nailor as secretary and chief information officer (CIO) of the Agency of Digital…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Delivers Fourth Inaugural Address
Governor Phil Scott Delivers Fourth Inaugural Address Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today was sworn in to his fourth term as Governor of Vermont and delivered his Inaugural Address to a joint session of General Assembly. The Governor…
Read More »Governor Scott Announces $3.9 Million in Community Development Block Grant Awards
Governor Scott Announces $3.9 Million in Community Development Block Grant Awards Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott and the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) today announced $3.9 million in Community Development Block…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Appoints 52 to State Boards and Commissions
Governor Phil Scott Appoints 52 to State Boards and Commissions Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today announced he’s appointed 52 individuals to State boards and commissions in November and the first half of December. Boards…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott, Secretary of State Jim Condos Formally Enroll Proposition 2 and Proposition 5 into Vermont Constitution
Governor Phil Scott, Secretary of State Jim Condos Formally Enroll Proposition 2 and Proposition 5 into Vermont Constitution Montpelier, VT – Today Vermont Governor Phil Scott issued two proclamations announcing the ratification and…
Read More »Governor Scott's Annual Tree Cutting Celebrates Vermont's Christmas Tree Industry
Governor Scott's Annual Tree Cutting Celebrates Vermont's Christmas Tree Industry Essex, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott and Agriculture Secretary Anson Tebbetts visited White’s Tree Farm in Essex today to celebrate the arrival of the 2022…
Read More »Transcript: Remarks from Governor Phil Scott at Annual State House Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Transcript: Remarks from Governor Phil Scott at Annual State House Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Montpelier, Vt. – Last night, Governor Phil Scott was joined by hundreds of Vermonters for the annual State House Christmas Tree Lighting…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Launches Voluntary Paid Family and Medical Leave Program
Governor Phil Scott Launches Voluntary Paid Family and Medical Leave Program Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today announced that the State of Vermont has hired The Hartford to create the Vermont Family and Medical Leave Insurance Plan…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on Major Law Enforcement Action in Springfield
Statement from Governor Phil Scott on Major Law Enforcement Action in Springfield Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement following Wednesday’s major law enforcement action in Springfield:…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on Potential Rail Shutdown
Statement from Governor Phil Scott on Potential Rail Shutdown Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement on the potential national rail shutdown: “A rail shutdown would severely disrupt the flow of…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott Announces Launch of $40 Million Community Recovery and Revitalization Program
Governor Phil Scott Announces Launch of $40 Million Community Recovery and Revitalization Program St. Johnsbury, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott and the Agency of Commerce and Community Development (ACCD) today announced the launch of the $40M…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott for Thanksgiving
Statement from Governor Phil Scott for Thanksgiving Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement for the 2022 Thanksgiving holiday: “Thanksgiving is always an important time to reflect on all we have, and after two years of…
Read More »Governor Phil Scott and the Office of Racial Equity Promote IDEAL Vermont
Governor Phil Scott and the Office of Racial Equity Promote IDEAL Vermont Governor Phil Scott and the Office of Racial Equity today promoted a new state initiative that encourages and supports municipalities across the state in their efforts to…
Read More »Statement from Governor Phil Scott on the Passing of Rep. John Palasik
Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement: “I am saddened to learn of the passing of Representative John Palasik this morning. Rep. Palasik was a committed public servant, devoting his career to helping…
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