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Amy Sheldon
Coverage of Amy Sheldon in the Nexus archive.
- Partial rollback of Vermont’s land-use law Act 181 becomes official with Phil Scott’s signature
Vermont's Act 181, a 2024 land-use law aimed at boosting housing and environmental protections, has been partially rolled back after Gov. Phil Scott signed S.325. The repeal, driven by rural landowners and municipal officials, removes provisions that strengthened development reviews in sensitive natural areas, including road construction and habitat connector protections.
- Musical chairs: Many Vermont House and Senate leaders won’t seek reelection
Leadership in the Vermont Legislature will change significantly next year as over 30 House members and three senators, including key committee chairs, are not seeking reelection. This turnover, described as higher than historical averages, will reshape the 2027 legislative session.