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Thomas Chittenden: “We should get this to the governor's desk where he can make…”

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Vermont Senate Session on Budget Adjustments and Legislative Bills

Published April 2, 2025 | Video Starts at 21:59

So we should pass the budget adjustment. It's long overdue. We should not amend it today or tomorrow. And We should get this to the governor's desk where he can make all of this right with a stroke of his pen. Or if he's not comfortable with that, he can ignore it for five days and the problem will be solved. Thank you, Mr. President. Are you ready for the question? (21:59–22:05)

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Asserts that the governor can resolve the issue by signing the bill.

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