Having a part-time citizen
legislature – rather than a full time professional one – is one of the
hallmarks of Vermont politics and culture. We look at the pros and cons of
having citizen lawmakers – and how it affects the atmosphere at the Statehouse.
The
2012 fee bill was introduced to the House Ways and Means Committee today. Fees are reviewed every three years. This year’s bill includes the cost for
some services provided by the Agency of Human Services.