VT S0084

At least 80% of total annual State spending on print, digital, radio, and television advertising must go to local news and broadcast organizations.

Tourism-focused advertisements may be excluded from the 80% local spending requirement at the Commissioner's discretion.

Local news organizations must employ at least one full-time staff member dedicating 30+ hours weekly to local coverage and living within 50 miles of the coverage area.

Organizations receiving more than 50% of gross receipts from political action committees or certain tax-exempt political organizations are excluded from the "local news organization" definition.

The Commissioner of Buildings and General Services must submit an annual report to the General Assembly by June 30 summarizing all State advertising expenditures, effective July 1, 2025.