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Panelists discuss the impact of President Trump's proposed budget on VT, if it passes, and specifically how the nonprofit sector will be affected and needs to respond. Panelists include, John Killacky, Flynn Center for the Performing Arts; Martha Maksym, Deputy Secretary of Human Services; Kate Ash, Field Representative for Senator Leahy; Amila Merdzanovic, Vermont Refugee Resettlement Program. Common Good Vermont's annual legislative day will introduce new legislative leaders, issue briefings and focus on the changing federal impact on local resources.

Liz Ruffa, special projects with Common Good VT, presents a briefing on the impact, effect and process of using social impact bonds to fund the work of nonprofits. Common Good Vermont's annual legislative day will introduce new legislative leaders, issue briefings and focus on the changing federal impact on local resources.

Amy Shollenberger, lobbyist with Action Circles and Danielle Lindley of Northwest Counseling and Support Services share their experiences working in the legislature to support VT parent child centers. Common Good Vermont's annual legislative day will introduce new legislative leaders, issue briefings and focus on the changing federal impact on local resources.

Tim Ashe provides an overview of the budget proceedings and political priorities in the state. Common Good Vermont's annual legislative day will introduce new legislative leaders, issue briefings and focus on the changing federal impact on local resources.