HCR 170 Vermont House · 2023-2024 Regular Session

House concurrent resolution honoring Putney Fire Chief Thomas Goddard for his exemplary achievements as a municipal public safety official

This bill honors Putney Fire Chief Thomas Goddard for his exemplary service as a municipal public safety official. It recognizes his role in transitioning Putney from volunteer-only firefighting to a full-time department, where he built the organization from scratch while also serving as health officer, code enforcement officer, emergency management director, and E-911 coordinator. The resolution acknowledges his regional leadership and technical expertise, noting his selection as president of VT EMS District 13 and vice president of the Southwestern New Hampshire District Fire Mutual Aid Board. The General Assembly formally recognizes his contributions and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to Goddard and the Putney Fire Department.
Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2024
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2024
Senate Passage
Mar 2024
Governor
Introduced Feb 29, 2024 Last action Mar 1, 2024
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Actions timeline

Total actions
5
Key actions
3
Committee
0
Mar 1, 2024
Lower · Passed
Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b
lower
Mar 1, 2024
Lower · Passed
Senate Message: Adopted in concurrence
lower
Mar 1, 2024
Upper · Passed
Adopted in concurrence per Joint Rule 16b
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors

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