VT S0122

$200,000 allocated in FY2026 to the Vermont Professionals of Color Network for workforce and business development services to BIPOC business communities, including technical assistance, resource navigation, and networking support

$150,000 allocated in FY2026 to the Vermont Small Business Development Center for business advising and educational workshops, plus $150,000 to the International Business Office for trade initiatives

Convention Center and Performance Venue Task Force created with seven members to study feasibility, with interim report due November 1, 2025 and final report due November 1, 2026; task force expires December 1, 2026

Vermont-Ireland Trade Commission established within the State Treasurer's office with seven members to advance bilateral trade and investment; commission may raise private funds and must report annually, with sunset date of June 30, 2030

Workforce leadership restructured to make both the Commissioner of Labor and the Executive Director of the Office of Workforce Strategy and Development co-leaders of the state's workforce system, with updated duties including biennial comprehensive workforce reports