HCR 148 Vermont House · 2023-2024 Regular Session

House concurrent resolution recognizing February 14, 2024 as Recovery Day at the State House

This bill designates February 14, 2024, as Recovery Day at the Vermont State House to honor individuals who have completed substance use disorder treatment. It directly affects recovery centers, recovery houses, and organizations like Recovery Partners of Vermont and the Vermont Association for Mental Health and Addiction Recovery that support these individuals. The resolution formally recognizes the presence of people in recovery at the General Assembly and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to relevant recovery organizations. This is a ceremonial measure that acknowledges the state's investment in recovery services and celebrates the achievements of those who have completed treatment programs.
Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2024
Committee Review
House Passage
Feb 2024
Senate Passage
Feb 2024
Governor
Introduced Feb 8, 2024 Last action Feb 14, 2024
Floor votes

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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
6
Key actions
3
Committee
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Feb 9, 2024
Lower · Passed
Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b
lower
Feb 9, 2024
Lower · Passed
Senate Message: Adopted in concurrence
lower
Feb 9, 2024
Upper · Passed
Adopted in concurrence per Joint Rule 16b
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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DW
Dane Whitman
DDemocratic
VT
Bennington-2