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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says Vermonters lost $10 million to fraud and scams in 2021! 
“Public charge” or the “public charge test” is used by immigration officials to decide whether a person can enter the United States or get a green card.
Many people are required to file tax returns each year, while others choose to file in order to claim credits or other benefits.
We have created “Roadmaps” on the VTLawHelp.org website to help Vermonters navigate some common legal and benefits problems. The Roadmaps feature step-by-step directions and short, colorful videos.
Programs are available in Vermont to help you pay utility bills.
Vermonters can now get more financial help than ever before. If you didn’t qualify for financial help in the past, it’s time to look again.
Because of COVID-19, many court hearings in Vermont are now “remote.” That means some or all of the people participate by video or by phone. Read our tip sheet to know how to prepare for a remote hearing.
Due to the American Rescue Plan, you may be able to get more help with your monthly health insurance premium and cost-sharing. And you do not have to pay back extra Advance Premium Tax Credits (APTC) you got in 2020.
We've been updating the information on our COVID-19 Coronavirus Economic Impact Payments / Stimulus Checks page.
The Vermont Public Utility Commission has banned any disconnection of utility service due to nonpayment of electricity, natural gas and landline phone bills.