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January 25, 2017 January 31 is the last day to sign up for health insurance this year. If you don’t sign up, you may have to wait until next year, unless you are eligible for Medicaid or have a change in your life (such as marriage, adoption, or the birth of child) that makes you eligible for a special enrollment period. Click here to see if you might be eligible for a special… Read more
Vermont has strong propane rules that protect consumers and to promote fair competition among propane dealers. The Attorney General’s Office enforces these consumer protections.
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) required nonprofit hospitals to have written policies about how patients who can't afford to pay their bills can get help. They are called financial assistance policies.
Women Helping Battered Women has changed its name to Steps to End Domestic Violence. The new name helps make it clear that Steps to End Domestic Violence is there to help everyone in Chittenden County who is affected by domestic violence - regardless of age or gender identity. The new name shows that they help with all forms of abuse - physical, emotional, psychological and financial. Abuse is a… Read more
In just one day this week, over 350 people in Vermont reported getting calls from someone from "the IRS" demanding that they pay money right away. Don't be fooled into handing over your money to these scammers. Listen to a recording of a fake "IRS" phone call.
The Adult Protective Services Subcommittee of the DAIL Advisory Board will hold a public comment session on Tuesday, May 24, 1-3 pm at the Waterbury State Office Complex.
The IRS has 2 new forms for reporting information about health insurance starting in January 2016: Form 1095-B, Health Coverage and Form 1095-C, Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage. Here are 8 facts you need to know about these forms.
The Green Mountain Care Board will hold hearings on budget requests filed by Vermont ‘s 14 hospitals August 25 - 27 at the Capital Plaza at 100 State Street in Montpelier. The budget requests are for fiscal year 2016.
It can cost a lot of money to take care of pets. It's a good idea to get your dog or cat spayed or neutered so they don't have more dogs or cats than you can feed and take care of. If you have a low income, Vermont's Spay/Neuter Incentive Program (VSNIP) can help you get your companion animals (pets) spayed or neutered.
Washington County residents have reported receiving phone calls claiming to be from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office stating that the person missed jury duty and there is a citation out for their arrest. They were given instructions to use MoneyGram to send money for bail. These calls are not legitimate court notices.
