HCR 178 Vermont House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

House concurrent resolution in memory of former Senator William H. Carris of Wells

HCR 178 is a ceremonial resolution honoring former Vermont State Senator William H. Carris of Wells. It commemorates his life and service, including his career as a business leader (founder of Carris Reels, which implemented an employee stock ownership plan), his philanthropy, and his three terms in the Vermont Senate (2006-2016). The resolution extends the General Assembly's sympathy to his family and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to them. As a non-binding tribute, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents or legislation.

Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

Jan 2026

Senate Passage

Jan 2026

Governor

Introduced Jan 29, 2026 Last action Feb 27, 2026

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This is a memorial House Concurrent Resolution honoring former Vermont Senator William H. Carris of Wells, who died on October 22, 2025. The changes between the As Introduced and As Adopted versions are purely formatting and layout differences (header style, page numbering, addition of a legislative tracking number). No substantive content was altered.

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Header changed from a formal 'State of Vermont / House of Representatives' title block to a page-numbered format reading 'R-219 Page 1 of 1' with the year 2026.

A legislative tracking number 'VT LEG #387216 v.1' was added at the bottom of the document.

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

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Jan 30, 2026

Lower · Passed

Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b

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Jan 30, 2026

Lower · Passed

Senate Message: Adopted in concurrence

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Jan 30, 2026

Upper · Passed

Adopted in concurrence per Joint Rule 16b

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