SCR 10 Vermont Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate concurrent resolution honoring University of Vermont Medical Center and University of Vermont pediatrician extraordinaire Dr. Lewis R. First

This bill is a Senate concurrent resolution that formally honors Dr. Lewis R. First and the University of Vermont Medical Center for their contributions to pediatric care. The measure recognizes Dr. First's distinguished career, including his long tenure as the chair of pediatrics at the University of Vermont and his leadership at Golisano Children's Hospital. It highlights his professional achievements, such as editing a major medical journal and receiving numerous awards for his work in education and healthcare. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Dr. First and the relevant medical institutions.

Issues: ✓ Healthcare

Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Apr 2026

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Apr 2026

House Passage

Apr 2026

Governor

Introduced Apr 9, 2026 Last action Apr 10, 2026

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MINOR

This is a purely formatting change between two versions of the same Senate concurrent resolution honoring Dr. Lewis R. First, pediatrician at UVM Medical Center. The substantive content - sponsors, recitals, and resolution text - is identical in both versions. Only the document layout, header style, line wrapping, and internal tracking number were adjusted.

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Header changed from a numbered page format (R-309, 2026) to a formal 'State of Vermont / Senate Chamber' layout

Line wrapping and spacing throughout the document were adjusted for the new formatting style

Internal document tracking number changed from VT LEG #389115 v.1 to VT LEG #388599 v.1

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

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Apr 10, 2026

Upper · Passed

As adopted by Senate and House

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Apr 10, 2026

Upper · Passed

House message: House adopted in concurrence

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Apr 10, 2026

Lower · Passed

Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b

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Apr 10, 2026

Lower · Passed

Senate Message: Adopted in concurrence

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Apr 10, 2026

Upper · Passed

Adopted per Joint Rule 16b

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46 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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