In 2014, the Vermont State Legislature enacted Act 186, also known as the "Outcomes Bill", to enhance accountability and decision-making in state government. Using Results-Based Accountability (RBA), the law established ten aspirational outcomes of well-being for Vermonters. These outcomes range from a prosperous economy to a safe environment, nurturing families, and dignified living for elders and individuals with disabilities. Each outcome is linked to specific indicators that quantitatively assess various aspects of the Vermont experience at a population level.

As per 3 VSA §2311 (a), on or before September 30 of each year, the Chief Performance Officer within the Agency of Administration is required to submit to the General Assembly a State Outcomes Report demonstrating the State’s progress in reaching the population-level outcomes for each area of Vermont’s quality of life set forth in subsection (b) by providing data for the population-level indicators. This scorecard is intended to meet that requirement and also serve as a mechanism by which the underlying data can be  made available to the public, stakeholders, and decision-makers, ensuring it is used collectively to drive positive change for the state and its residents.

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Scorecard last updated September 30, 2024