AGP Executive Report
Last update: 39 minutes agoLegal Fight Over Climate Costs: A federal judge in New York struck down the state’s $75 billion “Climate Superfund” law, saying it’s preempted by federal authority under the Clean Air Act—an outcome that could stall similar efforts in other states, including Vermont. Vermont Water Stewardship: Vermont DEC reminded large groundwater users that annual reporting and possible permitting kick in at high withdrawal levels, underscoring groundwater as a “public trust” resource. Wildlife & Public Safety: An otter attack in Lake Tahoe left a swimmer with serious injuries and required stitches and rabies vaccination, renewing attention on human-wildlife encounters. River Cleanup Momentum: The Source to Sea cleanup is marking 30 years of volunteer work along the Connecticut River, with the Sept. 18–19 events drawing thousands. Deer Management Update: Vermont’s new deer hunting regulation adds 16 archery days starting Sept. 15 in targeted areas to reduce deer damage and collisions. Local Litter Reduction: Franklin County volunteers surpassed 300,000 cigarette butts cleaned up over 11 years, including 30,589 butts this summer. Food & Soil Talk: Cabot’s Cheese and Culture Festival (Sept. 26) spotlights cheesemakers, fermentation, and workshops on soil health, compost, and microbes.
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