Jun 8, 2026 | 2026, Core Issues, Democracy Dispatch, General, Legislative Session
The Vermont Legislature has adjourned for 2026, and we’re breaking down what happened, what didn’t, and what it all means for Vermont’s environment and democracy. In this week’s episode of Democracy Dispatch – our season finale –...
Jun 12, 2025 | 2025, Core Issues, Democracy Dispatch, General, Legislative Session
The 2025 legislative session has concluded, and thus, so has this season of the Democracy Dispatch. Joining me on the podcast is our executive director, Dan Fingas. We discuss the outcomes of the 2025 legislative session in Vermont, focusing on climate, environmental,...
May 9, 2023 | 2023, Forests, General, Press Release
Montpelier – Today, in a major win for the protection of Vermont’s forests, wildlife and rural community resilience in the face of climate change, the Vermont Senate voted 20-7 to advance H.126, an act related to community resilience and biodiversity protection. The...
Apr 28, 2023 | 2023, Climate, Climate Dispatch, Forests, General, Toxics
It’s been a busy week in the Vermont Senate with lots of significant progress on many priority climate and environmental policies! We’re joined by Senator Becca White and VPIRG’s Marcie Gallagher to give you an update on all of the exciting developments. As we shared...
Apr 24, 2023 | 2023, Climate, Democracy Dispatch, General
S1, E15 (Apr. 24, 2023): All About the Affordable Heat Act Guests: Rep. Gabrielle Stebbins, Sen. Anne Watson We examine the Affordable Heat Act, S.5, with co-chair of the Vermont Legislature’s Climate Solutions Caucus, Representative Gabrielle Stebbins (D-Burlington)....
