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Vermont Governor Boosts Local News | Montpelier News
Governor Phil Scott just signed a bold new executive order that’s a lifeline for Vermont’s struggling local newsrooms — state agencies must prioritize Vermont-based media when spending taxpayer ad dollars, aiming to keep money local and keep communities informed. With local journalism facing shrinking staff and soaring costs, this move is seen as essential to sustaining the vital infrastructure that tells Vermont’s stories. The order also mandates annual transparency reports on ad spending — roughly $12 million annually, with $4-5 million now earmarked for local outlets — and follows a failed…
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