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'I'm not here to punish taxpayers:' Gov. Phil Scott on ed reform, return to office and more
57 minutes Posted May 19, 2026 at 7:53 pm.
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We’re nearing the traditional end point of Vermont’s legislative calendar. Adjournment at the statehouse in Montpelier is tentatively scheduled for May 29, but there’s a lot left to settle before the state’s part-time lawmakers head home. 
Throughout this legislative session you’ve heard lawmakers on Vermont Edition discuss these issues. Now, we get to hear from the state’s top elected official, Gov. Phil Scott.