The People’s Report of 2012 Vermont Legislative Session
Overview:
We, the People of Vermont, continued tipping the balance of power in Montpelier this year, winning important legislation on many human rights issues. Under the umbrella of Put People First (PPF), we made progress on our rights to healthcare, workers’ rights, immigrants’ rights, and our right to a healthy environment and livable planet.
How can human rights principles be used to change the budget process in Vermont? This document shows what the People's Budget's fundamental shift in budget and revenue policy would look like.
Vermont’s universal healthcare law, Act 48, lays out a road map for Vermont to become the first state in the nation to create a system of healthcare as a public good. To guide the transition to Vermont’s unified healthcare system, Green Mountain Care, Act 48 established an independent five-member board, which is scheduled to begin its work this week.