Breaking the Chains of Financial Abuse: Vermont Enacts Landmark Legislation to Combat Coerced Debt
BOSTON – In a significant victory for survivors of domestic violence and vulnerable populations, Vermont has officially moved to dismantle the systemic mechanisms of economic abuse. On May 29, 2026, Governor Phil Scott signed groundbreaking legislation into law, establishing a legal framework to protect individuals from being held liable for debts incurred through coercion, fraud,…