Increased capacity size for event venues and restaurants to begin June 26 Montpelier, Vt. – As state data and expanded testing and tracing capacity continue to support reopening, Governor Phil Scott today announced the state will raise occupancy limits for eve... More »
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today announced several measures to gradually ease restrictions on Vermonters in long-term care facilities, hospitals and those over the age of 65. In collaboration with the Vermont Department of Health (VDH) and the Depar... More »
Governor emphasizes emergency powers still needed to manage response needs, future outbreaks Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today signed an executive order to update and extend the State of Emergency in Vermont to July 15. The latest order reflects all ... More »
Montpelier, Vt. – As state data and expanded testing and tracing capacity continue to support reopening, Governor Phil Scott today announced the resumption of limited indoor seating at restaurants and bars and a data-driven approach to allow travel to and from... More »
Historic Economic Relief Package Will Go to the Legislature for Review Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today announced a $400 million economic relief and recovery package, using funds from the $1.25 billion the state received from the Federal CARES Act. ... More »
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today announced limited elective procedures would resume, which had previously been put on hold as Vermont’s health care system focused on preparing for, and responding to, COVID-19. The Governor’s decision comes as ... More »
Increases Capacity to Identify, Contain & Suppress COVID-19 Governor Phil Scott and members of his administration today announced the state is significantly increasing and strengthening its testing and contact tracing programs in order to quickly identify, con... More »
Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today outlined some additional openings as part of the phased restart of Vermont’s economy, introduced last week. The Governor’s Stay Home, Stay Safe order remains in effect, but with modeling continuing to indicate Vermon... More »
Montpelier, VT – Governor Phil Scott and Department of Financial Regulation (DFR) Commissioner Michael Pieciak today announced that more than 40 additional auto insurance companies have filed plans to return premiums or reduce their rates for Vermont policyhol... More »
Medical volunteers, blood and food bank donations and more needed as state ramps up response in anticipation of a surge in cases in the coming weeks Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott is calling all Vermonters into service with the launch of a new website a... More »
Calls for Compliance with CDC Travel Guidance for New York, New Jersey and Connecticut Orders 14-Day Home-Quarantine for Anyone Traveling to Vermont Updates Guidance and Compliance Measures for Lodging Operations Montpelier, Vt. – Governor Phil Scott today ord... More »
If you’re experiencing financial hardship, there are resources available to help you through this challenging time: Call Vermont’s resource line by dialing 2-1-1 with any questions about coronavirus or general questions about help and services in Vermont. Inte... More »
