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AG Frey Joins Coalition Condemning DOJ Coercion Against Minnesota

Maine Attorney General Aaron M. Frey joined a coalition of 22 state attorneys general in condemning the Department of Justice's use of armed federal agents to coerce Minnesota officials into turning over protected resident data including Medicaid, SNAP, and voter information. The coalition, led by New York AG Letitia James, sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem on January 29, 2026, asserting the demands intrude on state sovereignty and conflict with ongoing court-ordered protections. The attorneys general warned they will continue to defend state sovereignty and resident rights against unlawful federal interference.

Farmers Insurance Group Stipulation Consent Order, Docket 26-008-I

The Vermont Department of Financial Regulation issued a Stipulation and Consent Order against Farmers Insurance Group under Docket 26-008-I, finalized on April 17, 2026. This enforcement action addresses regulatory violations within the insurance sector under Vermont's jurisdiction. The consent order is binding on Farmers Insurance Group and establishes obligations required for resolution of the matter.

Green Mountain Power Water Quality Certification Notice

FERC notified Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation of the receipt date (April 1, 2026) and deadline (April 1, 2027) for acting on Green Mountain Power Corporation's Clean Water Act section 401(a)(1) water quality certification request. Under 18 CFR 5.23(b)(2), failure to act by the deadline results in deemed waiver of the certifying authority.

Green Mountain Power Corporation Notice of Reasonable Period of Time for Water Quality Certification Application

FERC has issued a notice establishing April 1, 2027 as the reasonable period of time for the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation to act on Green Mountain Power Corporation's Clean Water Act Section 401 water quality certification request for Project No. 2513-091. The certification request was received on April 1, 2026. Failure to act by the deadline results in deemed waiver of the certifying authority under Section 401(a)(1) of the Clean Water Act.

Franklin County Farm Settles Water Quality Case for $78,000

Vermont's Attorney General has settled an agricultural water quality enforcement case with Jacques Parent's farm operation in Franklin County, requiring a $78,000 civil penalty and corrective actions for alleged violations including manure spreading on snow, silage leachate mismanagement, and inadequate vegetative buffer strips. The settlement, approved by Franklin Superior Court on April 13, 2026, cites violations of Vermont's Required Agricultural Practices and Large Farm Operations Rules.

Live Nation, Ticketmaster Found Liable for Antitrust Violations

A Vermont jury found Live Nation and Ticketmaster liable for antitrust violations after a five-week trial, determining they unlawfully maintained monopoly power in ticketing services and large amphitheater venues. Attorney General Charity Clark and a coalition of 33 states proved the defendants engaged in anticompetitive conduct that overcharged fans for concert tickets. A separate bench trial will determine financial penalties and remedies.

Attorney General Davenport Sues EPA Over Mercury Emissions Standards Repeal

Attorney General Jennifer Davenport joined a coalition of 18 states in filing a lawsuit challenging the EPA's repeal of standards limiting mercury and toxic pollutants from power plants. The states argue the repeal is unlawful because the EPA failed to provide a reasoned basis and did not adequately consider developments in pollution control technologies. The coalition is asking the court to determine the rule is unlawful and must be reversed.

Nicholas H. Safford & Co., Inc. Data Breach Notice to Consumers

The Vermont Attorney General's Office has published a data breach notice from Nicholas H. Safford & Co., Inc. alerting consumers to a security incident that may have exposed personal information. The notice was filed with the AG's office and made publicly available on April 10, 2026. Affected consumers should refer to the full notice for details on the nature of the breach and recommended protective steps.

SDI Management LLC Data Breach Notice to Consumers

SDI Management LLC filed a data breach notice with the Vermont Attorney General's Office on April 9, 2026. The notice concerns unauthorized access or acquisition of personal information affecting consumers. The document is available as a PDF on the AG's security breach notices portal.

Data Breach Notice to Vermont Consumers

Adrian Jules LTD filed a security breach notice with the Vermont Attorney General notifying Vermont consumers of a data breach involving unauthorized access to consumer personal information. The notice was published on the Vermont AG's Security Breach Notices portal on April 8, 20226 (date format per source). Affected Vermont residents are advised to review the full notice for details on the compromised data types and recommended protective actions.

TruView BSI, LLC Data Breach Notice to Consumers

The Vermont Attorney General's Office published a data breach notice from TruView BSI, LLC alerting consumers to a security incident involving personal information. The notice, dated April 8, 2026, is available as a PDF on the AG's security breach notices page. The document provides details on the nature of the breach, the types of information affected, and steps consumers may take to protect themselves.

Legend Senior Living Data Breach Notice to Vermont Consumers

Legend Senior Living, LLC filed a data breach notice with the Vermont Attorney General's Office on April 10, 2026, informing Vermont consumers of a security incident involving personal information. The notice, published on the AG's Security Breach Notices page, provides affected consumers with details about the breach and recommended protective measures. No specific breach date, type of data compromised, or number of affected individuals was stated in the source document.

David Evans Enterprises Data Breach Notice to Consumers

The Vermont Attorney General's Office posted a data breach notice regarding David Evans Enterprises, Inc. on April 10, 2026. The notice informs Vermont consumers about a security incident involving unauthorized access to personal information. Affected consumers should review the full notice for specific details about the breach and recommended protective measures.

Buena Vista Management Services Data Breach Notice to Consumers

The Vermont Attorney General's Office published a data breach notice from Buena Vista Management Services, LLC on April 10, 2026, informing consumers of a security incident involving unauthorized access to personal information. The notice advises affected Vermont consumers of the breach and provides information regarding the nature of the incident. This notification fulfills the company's obligations under Vermont's data breach notification law.

Vermont Tax Scam Protection Advisory Issued

The Vermont Department of Taxes issued a consumer advisory on April 14, 2026, warning Vermonters about tax scams ahead of the April 15 personal income tax filing deadline. The advisory provides guidance on verifying official communications, including checking URLs for 'vermont.gov' and contacting the department directly at 802-828-2865 or via email to verify suspicious messages. The Department also states it will never send unsolicited text messages or robocalls.

File Complaints Against Vermont Licensed Professionals

The Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (OPR) provides guidance on filing complaints against licensed professionals in the state. OPR clarifies it cannot seek money damages, mediate disputes between parties, or pursue allegations against unlicensed entities. The office maintains an online complaint platform, conduct decision search database, and employer mandatory reporting requirements for various professions.

Vermont Proposes 13.3% Top Income Tax Rate, Would Be Highest in US

The Tax Foundation presented testimony to Vermont's House Ways and Means Committee on April 16, 2026, analyzing the state's proposal to add a fifth income tax bracket at 13.3% for single filers earning over $481,825. If enacted, Vermont would tie with California for the highest top income tax rate in the country, but would apply at roughly half the $1 million threshold that triggers top rates in California, New Jersey, New York, and D.C. Taxpayers with incomes above $500,000 generated 30.41% of Vermont's income tax revenue in tax year 2024.

State of Oklahoma Data Breach Notice to Consumers

The State of Oklahoma filed a data breach notice with the Vermont Attorney General's Office, as required under Vermont's security breach notification law. The notice was posted to the AG's public Security Breach Notices feed on March 27, 2026. Consumers who may have been affected by the underlying breach should consult the full notice for specifics on the compromised data and recommended protective steps.

Advantage Gold Data Breach Notice to Vermont Consumers

The Vermont Attorney General posted a data breach notice on March 29, 2026, alerting Vermont consumers to a security incident involving Advantage Gold. The notice, available as a PDF on the AG's security breach notices page, provides details on the nature of the breach, the types of personal information potentially accessed, and steps affected consumers may take. The filing is part of Vermont's mandatory breach notification requirements under state law.

States Challenge EPA Rollback of Mercury and Air Toxics Standards

Minnesota Attorney General Ellison co-led a coalition of 21 states and local governments in filing a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's repeal of the 2024 Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) Rule, which had tightened emission limits on mercury, arsenic, lead, and other hazardous air pollutants from coal- and oil-fired power plants. The coalition argues the repeal is unlawful because EPA failed to provide a reasoned basis and did not adequately consider advances in pollution control technologies, while continuing to give lignite coal plants a free pass from emissions standards. The action seeks judicial reversal of the rollback, which the states contend will increase dangerous emissions and harm public health and the environment.

Bellows Falls Amtrak Station Platform Reconstruction Grant, $1M

The Federal Railroad Administration announced a $1,000,000 grant through the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Program (20.337) to fund reconstruction of the Bellows Falls Amtrak Station platform to meet ADA requirements and Amtrak standards. Only the Vermont Agency of Transportation is eligible to apply. Applications close April 30, 2026.

Woodfords Family Services Data Breach Notice to Consumers

The Vermont Attorney General's Office posted a data breach notice filed by Woodfords Family Services on March 28, 2026, notifying consumers of a security incident. The notice is available as a 5.07 MB PDF on the AG's security breach notices page. Details of the breach — including the data types affected, number of consumers impacted, and any remedial steps offered — are contained in the filed PDF document.

AG Rayfield, 20 States Sue Over Mercury Pollution Rule Rollback

Attorney General Dan Rayfield and 20 other states and local governments filed a lawsuit on March 31, 2026 challenging the Trump administration's rollback of the 2024 Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) Rule. The MATS Rule limits emissions of mercury, arsenic, lead, acid gases, and other toxic pollutants from coal and oil-fired power plants. The coalition argues the administration failed to provide a reasoned basis for the rollback and did not adequately consider developments in pollution control technologies. The lawsuit seeks a court determination that the rule reversal is unlawful and must be reversed. Mercury emissions from power plants contaminate waterways including the Columbia River and pose neurodevelopmental risks to pregnant women and children.

Dr. Sunny Eappen Steps Down from Boston Fed Board Oct. 15

The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston announced that Dr. Sunny Eappen will depart the Bank's board of directors on October 15, 2025. His departure coincides with his stepping down as president and CEO of the University of Vermont Health Network. Dr. Eappen served as a B director representing the public interest.

Vermont AG Settles with UCS - Healthcare Provider Settlement

The Vermont Attorney General's Medicaid Fraud and Residential Abuse Unit settled with United Counseling Service of Bennington County for $483,464 over allegations of service failures and safety risks to Medicaid recipients. The settlement requires extensive organizational reforms including a development services oversight monitor and a new director of quality position. This highlights state AG focus on False Claims Act liability and public safety risk management for healthcare organizations serving vulnerable populations.