Local residents have criticized state officials for their lack of response to activities at the firearms training facility in West Pawlet.
Governor: Slate Ridge injunction is ‘good news’ for neighbors
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Lucas Hall, state trooper who posted support for Capitol riots, resigns
The trooper had been suspended without pay, a move that had drawn both praise and condemnation last week.
As cases surge, Vermont National Guard hurries to rebuild field hospital
The surge medical site at the Champlain Valley Expo was taken down after the pandemic eased in the spring. In a matter of days, it will be rebuilt — though it’s still only a precautionary measure, say state officials.
State’s response to Slate Ridge frustrates locals who, for years, have asked for help
Neighbors say they feel unheard. Vermont officials say they’re following protocol. What is the state’s role?
House approves measures on police use of force and training protocols
The legislation also includes a moratorium on the use of facial recognition technology by police.
Vermont braces for wind, rain as Tropical Storm Isaias moves west
The storm was expected to arrive late Tuesday afternoon and exit the state around midnight.
Camp at Rutland hotel exceeds Covid-19 capacity limits, state says
Camp officials are working with the state to find arrangements for 50 to 100 campers.
Senate mandates state police body cameras, bans chokeholds
The upper chamber unanimously passed two law enforcement reform bills while the House took testimony. Some activists want lawmakers to slow down.
Vermont’s police unions resist some reforms, but lawmakers press ahead
The policing reform bill, S.219, is currently being considered in the Senate Judiciary Committee, where a vote is expected to take place Friday.
Will George Floyd’s killing reignite Vermont’s stalled use-of-force legislation?
A bill that would raise the standard for the use of deadly force by law enforcement in the state hasn’t moved beyond a hearing this session. Supporters of the legislation say now is the time to advance it.
Scott calls for prosecution of officers involved in George Floyd killing
The governor also asked protesters in Vermont to maintain peace and safety, and announced the creation of a racial equity task force in the state.
Grocery workers added to state’s essential persons list
The designation means those workers and drivers are eligible for free child care through April 6 at the school-based child care centers that the state is setting up.
Calif.’s ground-breaking law on police use of lethal force is model for Vt. bill
Vermont’s public safety commissioner and attorney general call for lawmakers to go slow before adopting a policy similar to one in California, considered the toughest in the nation.
Scott names Michael Schirling to lead Public Safety Department
The governor also announced Monday that Labor Commissioner Lindsay Kurrle would succeed Schirling as commerce secretary.