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Vermont gov hopeful proposes office of innovation

Saying there's an inventor "behind every tree" in Vermont, gubernatorial candidate Susan Bartlett said Thursday she would establish a state Office of Innovation and Intellectual Property if elected.

Andrea Kovach: Payday Lenders Beware: Financial Reform Law Promotes Alternative Small Dollar Loans

The Dodd-Frank Act, signed into law by President Obama on July 21, has the potential to significantly increase the number of affordable small-dollar loans available to consumers.

Area gets $22.5m for floods

At least five communities south of Boston have received more than $1 million each in federal disaster relief grants for residents who suffered property damage during the devastating floods in March. Flood - Emergency management - Boston - Property damage - Natural Disasters and Hazards

Energy bill cut down to $4.4B

Senate Democrats unveiled an energy bill Tuesday that includes more than $4.4 billion for natural gas-powered and electric vehicles.

Senate Republicans Block Small Business-Lending Bill Sought by Democrats

Senate Republicans blocked a measure that would cut taxes and ease credit for small businesses, saying they objected that Democrats refused to consider their amendments to extend expiring tax breaks.