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During Smith's gubernatorial administration, old-age pension and unemployment laws were enacted by the state legislature.
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As governor, Aiken succeeded in preserving states' rights when the federal government attempted to take land by condemnation for flood control. He also fought against special interest groups and sought to make the Republican Party the party of the…

After being elected governor in 1940, Wills was successful in securing minimum wage legislation for teachers. Also during his administration, legislation was enacted establishing a merit system for state employees and granting emergency wartime…

Proctor's efforts as governor to reorganize state government led to the creation of a Commission of State Government and Finance. Also during his administration, a State Veterans' Board was established, state aid to education and minimum teachers'…

In 1946, Gibson defeated incumbent Mortimer R. Proctor for the Republican gubernatorial nomination. Going on to win the general election and reelection two years later, Gibson proposed numerous social and economic reforms in the areas of health,…

In 1948 Arthur was elected Lieutenant Governor, and in that capacity completed the term of office of Governor Ernest Gibson, who had accepted an appointment as a U.S. District Court Judge.
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Elected governor in 1950, Emerson recommended that Vermont citizens serving in the Korean conflict be paid a bonus. He supported studies of the feasibility of building a natural gas pipeline for Vermont and of possible racial discrimination in the…

As governor, Johnson sponsored legislation supporting increased financial support for the University of Vermont. He also facilitated Vermont's inclusion in the federal interstate highway system.
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As governor, Stafford focused on stabilizing state government operations and making capital investments in projects designed to improve Vermont's economy. During his administration, legislation was passed establishing the Department of Administration…

As governor, Keyser initiated a statewide planning program and established the Vermont Industrial Building Authority. Also during his administration, extensive investment was made in the state park system and the state budget was balanced without the…

In 1962, Hoff was elected Governor of Vermont—the first Democrat elected to the post since 1853. He was reelected two times. During his six-year tenure, Governor Hoff expanded many state programs and in 1964 he created the Governor's Commission on…

Davis faced controversy minutes after taking the oath of office in 1969 by proposing creation of a state sales tax to help pay for the explosion in state programs enacted during the 1960s. The sales tax passed. He was reelected for a second term and…