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Deficit Hangs Over Lynch Inauguration

By Josh Rogers on Wednesday, January 7, 2009.

As states across the country struggle with budget shortfalls, key lawmakers expect Lynch to lead during his third term.

By Kevin Forrest on Wednesday, January 7, 2009.

In Vermont, lawmakers return to Montpelier this week with their plates full.

Dealing with serious budget shortfalls and the relicensing of the state's only nuclear power plant loom large on the list of things to accomplish.

But supporters of gay marriage are pushing a bill that could prove to be a big distraction.

The Vermont Standard's Kevin Forrest reports.