HCR 79 Vermont House · 2023-2024 Regular Session

House concurrent resolution recognizing April 5, 2023 as Start by Believing Day in Vermont

This House concurrent resolution designates April 5, 2023, as Start by Believing Day in Vermont to raise awareness about supporting victims of domestic and sexual violence. The measure does not change laws or create new programs but serves as a symbolic recognition of the challenges survivors face when seeking help. By acknowledging this day, the General Assembly aims to encourage friends, family, and community members to respond with support rather than doubt when someone discloses violence. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Vermont Network Against Domestic and Sexual Violence, which provides services to survivors in the state.

Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2023

Committee Review

House Passage

Mar 2023

Senate Passage

Mar 2023

Governor

Introduced Mar 31, 2023 Last action Apr 5, 2023

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As Introduced → As Adopted · 2 edits

MINOR

No substantive changes were made between the As Introduced and As Adopted versions of HCR 79. The resolution recognizing April 5, 2023 as Start by Believing Day in Vermont is identical in content. All differences are formatting: the header was changed from a formal legislative layout to a simpler adopted format (R-98), line wrapping was adjusted throughout, and a document tracking number was added at the bottom.

TECHNICAL

Header reformatted from the formal introduced layout (State of Vermont, House of Representatives, Montpelier, Concurrent House Resolution) to the adopted format (R-98, Page 1 of 1, 2023).

Document tracking number 'VT LEG #369273 v.1' added at the bottom of the page.

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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.

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Committee

Mar 31, 2023

Lower · Passed

Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b

lower

Mar 31, 2023

Lower · Passed

Senate Message: Adopted in concurrence

lower

Mar 31, 2023

Upper · Passed

Adopted in concurrence per Joint Rule 16b

upper

1 primary · 19 co-sponsors