The Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce encourages all residents to keep in touch with legislators and local officials. This area includes issues of interest to business and residents of Central Vermont and convenient contact with  Central Vermont Legislators or other lawmakers.

Local Option Taxes were soundly defeated in both Barre and Montpelier Nov. 2. However, Barre Mayor continues to focus on new revenues rather than cost containment or grand list growth. More at www.localoptiontaxes.com

Growth Centers Policies

The need for growth center legislation has never been greater. A regional forecast sees demand for 8,000 new housing units in the next 20 years. Forecast summary.

State agencies continue to consider incentives for designated "Growth Centers." What constitutes a "growth center" and how "designation" will be determined are among the issues to be resolved. The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission and Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce take an active interest. Proposals & Regional Responses to "growth centers."

Important Business Legislation

Tax Incentive Program

Downtown Bill Highlights

Downtown Bill Summary (Longer Version, More in depth)

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Vermont Legislature Web Site

Legislative Journal & Calendar

Vermont Bill Tracking: Status of Bills Introduced