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passed both · Vermont · Senate Apr 12, 2024

JRS 52: Joint resolution relating to weekend adjournment on April 12, 2024

This joint resolution directs the Vermont legislature to adjourn on Friday, April 12, 2024, and reconvene no later than Tuesday, April 16, 2024. It applies to both the Senate and House of Representatives, establishing a specific weekend break in legislative sessions. The measure sets a clear schedule for when lawmakers will pause their work and when they must return to resume duties. This procedural action does not change laws or policies but instead organizes the legislative calendar for that specific period.
Philip Baruth (D)
passed both · Vermont · House Apr 11, 2024

HCR 213: House concurrent resolution congratulating the Vermont Housing Finance Agency on its 50th anniversary

This bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the Vermont Housing Finance Agency on its 50th anniversary. It does not change any laws or policies but instead formally recognizes the agency's work since 1974 in providing affordable housing for low- and moderate-income Vermonters. The resolution acknowledges the agency's achievements, including helping 31,000 home buyers and supporting nearly 10,000 affordable apartments, and notes its recent programs addressing housing challenges. The only practical effect is directing the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the agency.
Tom Stevens (D)
passed both · Vermont · House Apr 11, 2024

HCR 211: House concurrent resolution designating April 11, 2024 as Tourism Economy Day at the State House

This bill designates April 11, 2024, as Tourism Economy Day at the Vermont State House to recognize the state's tourism industry. It directly affects tourism-related businesses, workers in the hospitality sector, and organizations involved in promoting Vermont as a travel destination. The resolution includes a ceremonial reading and directs the Secretary of State to send copies to tourism officials and industry partners. The measure highlights tourism's economic contributions, such as job creation and tax revenue, without creating new laws or funding.
Stephanie Jerome (D) · 10 co-sponsors
vetoed · Vermont · Senate Apr 11, 2024

S 18: An act relating to banning flavored tobacco products and e-liquids

This Vermont bill proposes to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products and flavored e-liquids statewide, targeting items with characterizing flavors such as fruit, candy, mint, menthol, and other non-tobacco tastes. The legislation directly affects tobacco manufacturers, retailers, and wholesalers by prohibiting the sale of any tobacco product or e-liquid containing characterizing flavors, with specific exceptions for certain prefilled nicotine cartridges. Key provisions include expanding the definition of flavored products to cover menthol cigarettes and establishing a presumption that a product is flavored if marketing claims suggest a distinguishable taste or aroma other than tobacco. The bill also mandates child-resistant packaging for all tobacco products and restricts the sale of flavored tobacco and e-liquids through vending machines.
Ginny Lyons (D) · 6 co-sponsors
passed both · Vermont · House Apr 10, 2024

HCR 168: House concurrent resolution honoring the artistic legacy of Skip Morrow and The Art of Humor Gallery in Wilmington

This House concurrent resolution honors the artistic legacy of Skip Morrow and The Art of Humor Gallery in Wilmington, Vermont. The bill formally recognizes Morrow's contributions as a cartoonist, musician, and community figure, including his work on greeting cards, corporate illustrations, and his role in shaping Wilmington's downtown area. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the Morrow family. This is a ceremonial measure that acknowledges past achievements rather than establishing new laws or policies.
Tristan Roberts (D)
passed both · Vermont · House Apr 10, 2024

HCR 172: House concurrent resolution congratulating Goodridge Lumber Inc. of Albany on its 50th anniversary

This legislative resolution congratulates Goodridge Lumber Inc. of Albany on its 50th anniversary and recognizes the company's contributions to Vermont's forest product industry. The document highlights the family's history since 1973, their commitment to sustainable practices using locally harvested white cedar, and their role in educating future industry workers through community engagement and educational programs. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the company as a formal acknowledgment of their achievements and community leadership.
Katherine Sims (D)
passed both · Vermont · House Apr 9, 2024

HCR 164: House concurrent resolution recognizing April 2024 as the Month of the Military Child in Vermont

This bill formally recognizes April 2024 as the Month of the Military Child in Vermont to highlight the challenges faced by children of military personnel, including those in the Vermont National Guard. The resolution acknowledges the unique pressures these children face due to parental deployments, frequent relocations, and lack of community stability. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the Vermont National Guard Office of Child & Youth Services, aligning with national efforts like Military Kids Connect and Purple Up! For Military Kids Day. This measure is ceremonial and does not create new funding or policy requirements.
Lisa Hango (R) Mike Morgan (R) · 26 co-sponsors
passed both · Vermont · House Apr 5, 2024

HCR 209: House concurrent resolution honoring Northfield Elementary School physical education instructor Michael Gonneville for his teaching excellence and for the establishment of the school’s Walking Wednesdays

This House concurrent resolution honors Michael Gonneville, a physical education instructor at Northfield Elementary School in Vermont, for his 46 years of teaching and for creating the school's Walking Wednesdays program. The resolution recognizes Gonneville's role in establishing a walking-to-school initiative that has continued for 17 years, connecting students, families, and community members in a mile-long walk from Norwich University to the school. It also acknowledges the program's special tradition where students recite the Pledge of Allegiance with veterans at The Veterans' Place Inc. during their weekly walk. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies to Gonneville, the school principal, and the supervisory union superintendent.
Anne Donahue (R) Kenneth Goslant (R) · 54 co-sponsors
passed both · Vermont · House Apr 5, 2024

HCR 210: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2024 Grace Christian Lions Division IV championship boys’ basketball team

This bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates the 2024 Grace Christian Lions Division IV championship boys' basketball team from Bennington, Vermont. The resolution recognizes the team's unique achievement of winning the state title despite being in the program's second season, having members from different nations, and facing language barriers during play. It lists the eleven team members, coaching staff, and team managers who contributed to the victory. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Grace Christian School to officially record the General Assembly's recognition of their accomplishment.
Mary Morrissey (R) · 3 co-sponsors
passed both · Vermont · House Apr 5, 2024

HCR 188: House concurrent resolution congratulating Milton High School junior Olivia Thomas on her individual track and field achievements

This bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates Milton High School junior Olivia Thomas on her track and field accomplishments. It recognizes her specific achievements in the girls' long jump and 100-meter dash at various state championships between 2022 and 2024. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Thomas as a formal acknowledgment of her athletic performance.
Chris Mattos (R) Chris Taylor (R) Mike Morgan (R)
passed both · Vermont · House Apr 5, 2024

HCR 205: House concurrent resolution celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Catamount Trail

This bill is a commemorative resolution that celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Catamount Trail, a recreational trail in Vermont. It recognizes the trail's origins in 1984 when three friends established the Catamount Trail Association and began skiing the trail's length. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the Catamount Trail Association. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves to honor the trail's history and ongoing stewardship.
Logan Nicoll (D) · 29 co-sponsors
passed both · Vermont · House Apr 5, 2024

HCR 203: House concurrent resolution congratulating former Representative and Unadilla Theater impresario William Blachly of Calais on his 100th birthday

This bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates William Blachly of Calais on reaching his 100th birthday. It recognizes his life achievements, including his service as a Vermont State Representative and his work founding the Unadilla Theater in Calais. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Mr. Blachly as a formal acknowledgment of his milestone birthday.
Andrew Perchlik (D) Marc Mihaly (D) John O'Brien (D) Anne Watson (D) Ann Cummings (D)
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