Vermont § 306a - Purpose of the State budget

§ 306a. Purpose of the State budget

• (a) The State budget, consistent with Chapter I, Article 7 of Vermont’s Constitution, should “be instituted for the common benefit, protection, and security of the people, nation, or community . . .” The State budget should be designed to address the needs of the people of Vermont in a way that advances human dignity and equity and in a manner that supports the population-level outcomes set forth in 3 V.S.A. § 2311. (b) Spending and revenue policies will seek to promote economic well-being among the people
  of Vermont and foster a vibrant economy. Integral to achieving the purpose of the
  State budget is continuous evaluation of the use of public funds by systems of outcome
  measurement based on indicators that measure success in accomplishing the purposes
  of the State budget. (c) Spending and revenue policies will reflect the public policy goals established in
  State law and recognize every person’s need for health, housing, dignified work, education,
  food, social security, and a healthy environment. (d) As consistent with State law and in conjunction with the federal government, the budget
  will reflect support for economic development, public safety, transportation, and
  other infrastructure needs. (e) Revenue measures shall also be based on the principles of sustainability and stability.
  The Administration shall develop budget and revenue proposals as part of a transparent
  and accountable process with direct and meaningful participation from Vermont residents. (Added 2011, No. 162 (Adj. Sess.), § E.100.1; amended 2015, No. 11, § 32; 2019, No. 131 (Adj. Sess.), § 291.)