The electric vehicle incentive program made it into the budget and out of the House late last month, with Representatives allocating $1.5 million to the program. This is a far cry from the $4.5 million VPIRG and our allies have advocated for this session. As it moves on for consideration…
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The Senate has given final approval on a 30-0 vote to S.113 – legislation to address the problem of plastic pollution in Vermont. The Senate had previously given initial approval to the bill on a 27-3 vote. Though this is just the first step toward stopping the problem, if passed…
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Speedy and accurate typist. Strong attention-to-detail and ability to focus. Passionate about the environment. If these describe you, Summer Canvass Data Assistant may be the job for you! As a member of the Summer Canvass Data Team, you will play an important role in VPIRG’s Campaign to Stop Single-Use Plastics.…
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Compassionate and friendly. Organized and efficient. Known to take initiative. Passionate about our campaigns. If these describe you, then maybe you’re who we’re looking for! VPIRG, Vermont’s largest environmental and consumer advocacy group, is looking for an individual with great people skills, excellent organizational habits, and an ability to manage…
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In a win for climate action, H.439, a bill to increase the funding of weatherization efforts in Vermont, passed the House and now moves onto the Senate. The bill increases the fuels tax by 2 cents a gallon, which will bring in $4.5 million more in revenue for weatherization projects…
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Today the Vermont House took one of the most significant steps in years to expand and improve broadband internet access throughout the state. The House passed H.513 – a VPIRG-backed broadband expansion bill – on an overwhleming 139-2 vote. In doing so, legislators have recognized that the largest telecom companies…
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Late last week, S.55, the bill to regulate toxic chemicals in children’s products, passed out of the Senate on a 25-5 vote. This is a huge step forward in protecting Vermont kids from toxic chemicals, and we are determined to see it cross the finish line in the House. Despite…
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The Vermont Senate gave final approval Thursday to a VPIRG-backed bill (S.110) aimed at protecting students and their parents from the misuse of data collected via educational software. The bill is modeled on legislation enacted in California in 2016 that prevents technology companies from using student data gathered via educational…
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An aptitude for finance. Organized and systems-oriented. Diligent and a quick learner. Passionate about the environment and our democracy. If these describe you, then maybe you’re who we’re looking for! VPIRG, Vermont’s largest environmental and consumer advocacy group, is looking for an individual with excellent money-management skills, a wickedly keen…
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Just yesterday, in a big win for Vermont’s democracy, the state Senate officially voted to prohibit corporations from making direct contributions to political candidates in the state. This bill, S.47, introduced by Senators Pearson and Pollina, will be key to getting big money out of our political system – and…
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