Vermont judiciary leaders say cutbacks to the state’s court system won’t be as deep as initially feared, at least not right away.
The Judicial Branch was originally targeted for $2.4 million in reductions as part of a $20 million round of budget cuts in Montpelier. But the number has been reduced to $245,000 for now. More cuts could be proposed when the Legislature convenes next month.
Vermont Supreme Court Chief Justice Paul Reiber says he’s examining the courts’ $32 million annual budget. And Reiber says stability in the court system is critical for Vermonters.