AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoState Policy: Vermont just became the first U.S. state to ban paraquat, a weed-killer tied to Parkinson’s disease. Gov. Phil Scott signed the measure; it takes effect Nov. 1 with a limited phase-out and special permits for certain orchard uses until 2030, plus annual reporting and a study on alternatives. Courts & Tech: The U.S. Supreme Court also declined to hear Meta’s bid to stop Vermont’s Instagram addiction lawsuit, letting the case move forward. AI in Healthcare: Vermont lawmakers advanced limits on how AI can be used in mental health care—drawing a line between admin help and independent therapeutic decisions. Business & Community: CCV’s 2026 commencement is set for June 6 at Norwich University, with Will Eberle as keynote. Local Watch: Investigators shared preliminary findings on the Searsmont lumber mill fire and explosion, calling it accidental.
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