House Speaker Supports Health Care Provider Tax

House Speaker Shap Smith says he supports Governor Shumlin’s plan to raise $30 million dollars in new health care provider taxes to help balance next year’s budget. Smith says that unlike many other states, Vermont dedicates the revenue exclusively to health care programs.
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Congressional Update From Peter Welch

Representative Peter Welch discusses dairy pricing, the political climate in Washington and other issues. Plus, Senator Patrick Leahy talks about the explosive events in Egypt. And we listen back to the voices in the news this week.
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Legislative Reaction To The Hsiao Report

Representative Mark Larson and Senator Claire Ayer weigh in on the recommendations made by Dr. William Hsiao on Wednesday. Senator Patrick Leahy discusses the need for political civility. And, we listen back to the voices in the news this week.