House concurrent resolution honoring the brave Vermont Vietnam War veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange and recognizing the important initiative of the Orange Heart Medal Foundation, Inc. to honor their military service
This House concurrent resolution honors Vermont Vietnam War veterans who were exposed to the herbicide Agent Orange and acknowledges the efforts of the Orange Heart Medal Foundation, Inc. The bill recognizes that these veterans often suffer from serious health conditions like cancer and Parkinson's disease, which are not always covered by standard military medals such as the Purple Heart. It specifically commends the foundation for creating and distributing the Orange Heart Medal to recognize the service and sacrifices of these individuals. Finally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this document to the foundation and a representative named in the text.
Bill status
passed both
4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
May 2026
Senate Passage
May 2026
Governor
Introduced Apr 30, 2026
Last action May 1, 2026
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This is a formatting-only change converting HCR 276 from a draft/committee layout (numbered R-334, with page numbers and a legislative tracking number) to the official House adoption format with a standard Vermont state header. The substantive content of the resolution honoring Vietnam War veterans exposed to Agent Orange and recognizing the Orange Heart Medal Foundation is unchanged.
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Header changed from 'R-334 / 2026' to the standard 'State of Vermont / House of Representatives' format with 'Montpelier, Vermont' and 'Concurrent House Resolution H.C.R. 276'
Removed page number ('Page 1 of 1'), parenthetical reference '(H.C.R.276)', and legislative tracking footer 'VT LEG #389335 v.1'
All Whereas clauses and Resolved sections reformatted for line width but contain identical substantive language
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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May 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b
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May 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Senate Message: Adopted in concurrence
lower
May 1, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted in concurrence per Joint Rule 16b
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2 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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