Morning Newscast: April 30, 2008

Here are the top stories at 7:30 a.m.: Legislative leaders and the Douglas Administration agree on a number of steps to stimulate the Vermont economy. But lawmakers did not support a tax credit for businesses and a weekend tax holiday that the governor proposed. The Vermont has given its approval to legislation that bans the sale of baby toys that contain a group of chemicals known as  phthalates. 

Lawmakers move toward adjournment in Montpelier

Vermont lawmakers shift into high gear this week, hoping to act on a number of items in time to adjourn their 2007-2008 session Friday or Saturday. Still awaiting their attention is a $214 million economic stimulus package proposed by Governor Jim Douglas.

Legislative panel to review stimulus package

Three days after Gov. Jim Douglas unveiled an economic stimulus package, the Legislature has set up a committee to review it and its and explore ways to strengthen Vermont’s economy.

Morning Newscast: April 21, 2008

Here are the top stories at 7:30 a.m.: Vermont lawmakers appear skeptical about Gov. Jim Douglas’ economic stimulus package — doubtful about its details and doubtful they can enact his ideas in the last couple of weeks of the legislative session; A fledgling high-speed Internet network comprised of 25-towns has been rejected for funding by the Vermont Telecommunications Authority…

Lawmakers take dim view of Douglas stimulus plan

Vermont lawmakers appear skeptical about Gov. Jim Douglas’ economic stimulus package — doubtful about its details and doubtful they can enact his ideas in the last couple of weeks of the legislative session.

Morning Newscast: April 17, 2008

Here are the top stories at 7:30 a.m.: A list of nearly $40 million in budget cuts was presented to key lawmakers and the Douglas Administration. The group needs to select $25 million in reductions from the list in the next few days. Federal policymakers are hoping that consumers cut short the national recession by quickly spending their economic stimulus checks…