Pick Rick Hube for State Representative

I intend to work closely with Governor Douglas to implement an economic growth plan within the first 100 days of the next Legislative session.  This is a multi-part strategy that builds upon Governor Douglas’ earlier initiatives to boost Vermont’s economy, while also helping to prepare Vermonters and Vermont companies to succeed in the global economy.

Vermont cannot just sit by and wait for Washington to intervene or the market to correct itself.   There are things we can and must do here to lessen the effects of this national recession, keep costs down, inspire innovation and grow good jobs that Vermonters are proud to have. These proposals are long term solutions that will not add to the short term burdens that Vermonters are facing.   

Taken together, they will not only help Vermont emerge from this downturn in a better position than before; they will encourage emerging industries and businesses to make Vermont their home so that young people will not have to leave in pursuit of a good paying job or an affordable place to live.

Myself, Governor Douglas, and other legislators are determined to keep our state on a path to prosperity by encouraging innovative businesses and entrepreneurs, making commonsense reforms to our permitting process, using existing infrastructure to help businesses expand or relocate in Vermont and encourage more affordable housing options, promote greater energy efficiency, and create more jobs in emerging green industries.

Click on the links below to learn about each component of the economic growth plan:

• Green Growth Zones
• Opportunity Zones
• Innovation Challenge
• Urban Homesteads
• R&D Tax Credits
• Smart Grid for Vermont
• Permit Reform