AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoParaquat Ban: Vermont became the first U.S. state to ban the toxic herbicide paraquat, signing H.739 with a phase-out to help farmers transition; the law takes effect Nov. 1 and includes limited orchard use through 2030. Courts & Tech: The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear Meta’s challenge to Vermont’s lawsuit over Instagram’s alleged addiction design for teens, letting the case move forward in state court. Local Business Ownership: Tuttle Printing in Vermont completed its shift to 100% employee ownership through its ESOP, finishing a decades-long employee-ownership path. Workforce & Training: CEDRR and partners launched Workforce In Motion’s equipment rodeo/trade show for middle and high school students, aiming to steer young Vermonters into skilled trades. Health & Community Events: UVAC will host inclusive adaptive swim safety training and free sessions for children with sensory needs, while Rutland Regional Medical Center holds a regional mixer focused on orthopaedics.
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