property taxes

This week the Vermont Department of Taxes released its annual “December 1st” letter, which forecasts property tax rates for the next fiscal year. Following a substantial hike this year, the department is predicting another increase. Republican Governor Phil Scott addressed the issue during his weekly briefing today, a day after Democratic leaders in the House responded.

The Vermont Commissioner of Taxes has released the annual tax rate forecast, indicating another property tax rate increase is likely in Fiscal Year 2026.

The leader of the Vermont state Senate is advising key committees to clear their schedules during the first week of the upcoming legislative session in order to hear property tax reduction proposals from Governor Phil Scott and his administration.

Administration officials met with Vermont legislative leaders on Wednesday in an attempt to find a compromise over a vetoed property tax bill that could be overridden when legislators return to Montpelier on Monday.

During his weekly briefing Thursday, Vermont Governor Phil Scott and members of his administration focused on public safety. They say repeat offenders must be held accountable by the state’s courts.

A couple hours before the Vermont House began final debate on a bill that sets property tax rates, Governor Phil Scott focused his weekly briefing today on the potential implications of its provisions.

The Vermont House Ways and Means committee advanced a bill that sets the property tax rate and makes changes to the state’s education finance system.

After a rare citywide property reassessment in Albany, residents will have a chance to challenge the update.

State officials are anticipating school budgets and resulting property taxes will be the key issue for voters across the state.

Vermont Governor Phil Scott focused on activity in the state legislature during his weekly briefing Wednesday afternoon.