Phil Scott's statement about Vermont Yankee on the Senate floor, Feb. 24, 2010

As your Lieutenant Governor, I will continue to…

Support Job Creation
I’ll be a champion for pro-job policies that focus on getting Vermonters back to work – such as lower taxes and access to capital for small businesses.

Encourage Community Service
I will work to inspire more community-led efforts to improve our environment and assist our friends and neighbors,like my “Wheels for Warmth” program.

Work to Cut Costs in State Government
I will be a voice of fiscal common sense – always keeping in mind that the workers of Vermont pay the bills of state government. I firmly believe that government must live within its means.

Advocate for Reform of our Property Taxes
I will work hard to maintain the high quality education our kids deserve,while pushing for long-overdue reform to the way we pay for education.

Aim to Strengthen Vermont’s Infrastructure
I’ll make sure we don’t overlook the maintenance of – and investment in – our critical infrastructure, including good roads, safe bridges, and buildings with solid foundations. I’ll also be a strong voice for wireless and broadband.

Phil with “Bessie” and organizers of the Five Corners Farmers Market at the Essex Memorial Day Parade. Phil’s parade theme in 2011 was “Buy Local.”