An act relating to creating a task force to examine the restorative justice approach to Vermont’s criminal justice system

This bill proposes establishing a task force to study how restorative justice can improve Vermont's criminal justice system. The task force would include state officials, legislators, and community justice representatives to examine current programs, laws, and funding. Its goal is to recommend changes that would make restorative justice services more consistent and accessible across the state. The group would explore ways to standardize how people are referred to diversion programs and how funding is used for related services. Ultimately, the task force would submit proposed legislation to reform how restorative justice is implemented in Vermont.