Forest & Wood Innovation: Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund (VSJF) picked eight startups for its 2026 Forest Business Accelerator, backing new products and services aimed at sustainable construction, carbon-smart forestry, forest data tech, biomass use, and automated wood production. Product Stewardship: Reverse Logistics Group (RLG) won a Vermont Household Hazardous Product EPR contract via PRO Support Services, handling outreach to manufacturers, billing support, and cost allocation analysis for end-of-life management. Vermont Fisheries & Federal Courts: Two New England fishermen, including Vermont’s Bob Conrad, asked to intervene in a lawsuit over commercial fishing access in the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument, defending a rollback of a fishing ban. Tariffs & Vermont in the Mix: A coalition of 25 states, including Vermont, sued the Trump administration over new forced-labor tariffs, arguing the move is unlawful and meant to replace earlier taxes struck down by the Supreme Court. Tourism Branding: Vermont launched its first dedicated tourism brand, “State of Inspiration,” to close a visibility gap and boost year-round travel. Aerospace Manufacturing: BETA Technologies and EXIM Bank plan to expand financing up to $1 billion, extending support for BETA’s South Burlington facility and next-phase U.S. aerospace growth. Local Health Access: Greater Bennington Community Services and Remote Area Medical will run a free pop-up medical, dental, and vision clinic Aug. 8–9 in Bennington.