Scott: School tax plan is ‘murky’

Gov. Phil Scott. File photo by Mike Dougherty/VTDiggerLast week, the Ways and Means Committee abruptly reversed course on reforms to the education finance system. The new plan introduces an income tax surcharge and retains the income sensitivity program.Legislative leaders have said the goal of education finance reform is to lower property taxes. They have also said they want to help voters better see the relationship between property tax bills and school spending. RELATED STORIESTax committee r