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in committee · Vermont · Senate Mar 19, 2024

S 231: An act relating to establishing a pilot for community nurse programs serving aging Vermonters

This bill creates a two-year pilot program to test community nurse services for older Vermonters by allocating $450,000 to the Department of Disabilities, Aging, and Independent Living. The program would fund existing community nurse organizations to hire community health workers, expand home visit services, address service gaps, improve administrative support, and track program outcomes through data collection. Participating programs must submit a final report by December 15, 2026, detailing how many aging residents were served and what improvements were made. The pilot is designed to help determine whether expanding these nurse programs is effective before any permanent funding decisions are made.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $450,000 to fund community nurse programs for aging Vermonters, expanding healthcare access and services.95% confidence
Becca White (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · Senate Mar 19, 2024

S 247: An act relating to repealing the Vermont Employment Growth Incentive (VEGI) Program sunset

This bill removes the existing deadline that prevents the Vermont Economic Progress Council from accepting new applications for the Vermont Employment Growth Incentive program. Currently, the program is set to stop accepting applications on January 1, 2025, but this legislation would repeal that restriction, allowing the council to continue reviewing and approving new incentive requests beyond that date. The change directly affects businesses and organizations seeking financial incentives to create jobs in Vermont, as it extends the window of opportunity for them to apply. If passed, the program would remain available for applications starting July 1, 2024, rather than closing to new applicants at the end of 2024.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends economic incentive program funding, promoting business growth and job creation through continued financial support mechanisms.85% confidence
Alison Clarkson (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · Senate Mar 19, 2024

S 312: An act relating to the Salisbury fish hatchery

This bill provides $550,000 in funding for the Salisbury fish hatchery to operate in fiscal year 2025 and establishes legislative intent to maintain Vermont's fish stocking capacity through 2027. The law requires the Agency of Natural Resources to explore options for continuing the hatchery's operation or replacing its fish stocking capacity after 2027, including transferring broodstock to other facilities or finding more cost-effective alternatives. The hatchery cannot close without General Assembly approval, which would only be granted if permits cannot be secured or if replacement options are more economical than maintaining the facility. Additionally, the agency must submit annual reports through 2027 detailing progress on sustaining fish production, potential closure impacts on fishing and tourism, and staff position effects.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $550,000 in funding for fish hatchery operations and maintains fish stocking capacity, directly supporting state budget allocation for public services.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides funding for fish hatchery to maintain fish stocking capacity, supporting conservation of natural resources and aquatic ecosystems.85% confidence
in committee · Vermont · House Mar 19, 2024

H 624: An act relating to providing financial assistance to the forest economy

This bill establishes a grant program to provide financial assistance to logging contractors in Vermont for implementing water quality protection and climate adaptation practices on harvest sites. It also creates a study to analyze the economic impact and workforce availability of professional logging and trucking industries in the state, and mandates a free safety training program for logging contractors and timber truckers. The legislation appropriates $5 million for the grant program and $100,000 for the economic study, directing the Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation to administer these initiatives.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $5M for grants and $100M for programs, directly funding environmental and workforce initiatives in the forest economy.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds water quality protection and climate adaptation practices on harvest sites, directly supporting environmental protection goals.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates free safety training for logging contractors and timber truckers, directly improving workplace safety and supporting workforce development.85% confidence
Katherine Sims (D) Jed Lipsky (I) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · House Mar 19, 2024

H 695: An act relating to survivor benefits for law enforcement officers

This bill, known as Jessica's Law, extends survivor benefits to families of law enforcement officers in Vermont by providing the same $50,000 monetary benefit currently available to survivors of firefighters and emergency personnel. The legislation establishes a new review board composed of state officials and two public members appointed by the governor to evaluate claims and determine eligibility for benefits. Benefits are available to spouses, children, or parents of certified law enforcement officers who die in the line of duty or from work-related illnesses, with the fund established through state appropriations and potential donations. The bill defines "line of duty" for law enforcement to include responding to complaints, investigating disorders, and serving under emergency orders, and sets a 60-day timeline for the board to process claims.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens law enforcement support systems by providing survivor benefits, which indirectly supports criminal justice by protecting those who serve in the system.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands survivor benefits for law enforcement families, strengthening worker protections and financial support for law enforcement personnel and their dependents.85% confidence
Mark Higley (R) · 36 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · House Mar 19, 2024

H 813: An act relating to establishing the Tree Fruit Farmer Assistance Program

This bill creates the Tree Fruit Farmer Assistance Program to provide financial grants to Vermont tree fruit farmers who experienced production losses in 2023 due to freezing or frost conditions. The program requires farms to be currently operating, in good standing with the state agriculture agency, and to submit applications by a specified deadline. Grants are calculated using a formula that considers the farm's tree fruit acreage, compares 2023 revenue to 2022 revenue, and reduces awards for any crop insurance payments already received for the same losses. The bill appropriates $10 million from the General Fund to implement the program, with any unused funds to be transferred to the Working Lands Enterprise Fund by December 31, 2024.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new assistance program providing financial grants to farmers, representing increased government spending to support agricultural sector during production losses.75% confidence
Mike Mrowicki (D) John Arrison (D) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · House Mar 15, 2024

H 769: An act relating to establishing a baby bond trust program

This bill establishes the Vermont Baby Bond Trust, a state-administered fund designed to provide financial support to children born on or after July 1, 2024, who qualify for Medicaid or similar health coverage at birth. The program would allow eligible children to receive bonds that can be used for education, purchasing a home, starting a business, or contributing to retirement accounts once they reach adulthood. The trust would be managed by the State Treasurer, who would invest the funds to generate earnings while keeping the assets separate from general state funds and exempt from state taxes. Money in the trust would only be disbursed for approved purposes and would not count as income or assets when determining eligibility for other assistance programs.
Dan Noyes (D) · 70 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · House Mar 14, 2024

H 673: An act relating to Vermont’s outdoor recreation economy

This bill directs the Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative to conduct a statewide study on the economic impact of outdoor recreation, including analysis of county-level effects, investment returns, and growth opportunities. It creates a new full-time program support specialist position at the Vermont Trails and Greenways Council to manage operations, assess community needs, and provide technical assistance to trail organizations. Additionally, the bill appropriates funds to develop universal best management practices for recreational trails, ensuring public access trails are built and maintained to consistent high standards across the state.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates funds for outdoor recreation study and creates new staff position, directly advancing state budget allocation for economic development programs85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill strengthens outdoor recreation infrastructure through funding and technical assistance, which supports environmental conservation and natural resource management.65% confidence
Katherine Sims (D) Mike Rice (D) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · House Mar 14, 2024

H 140: An act relating to requirements for State-funded grants

This bill requires the Secretary of Administration to create standard, accessible grant application and reporting forms for all state-funded grants to municipalities, nonprofits, businesses, and individuals. It also mandates the development of a statewide database listing all state grant programs available to municipalities, funded with $35,000 in fiscal year 2024. The legislation establishes a uniform approval process for higher indirect cost rates for nonprofit corporations and requires regular progress reports to state committees. These changes aim to simplify grant processes and improve transparency for entities seeking state funding.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill improves fiscal management by standardizing grant processes and creating a database, promoting transparency and efficient use of state funds.75% confidence
Jonathan Williams (D) · 13 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · House Mar 1, 2024

H 725: An act relating to the Human Rights Commission

This bill authorizes the Vermont Human Rights Commission to hire three new full-time staff positions in fiscal year 2025. The funding of $300,000 from the General Fund will cover salaries and benefits for an Education and Outreach Coordinator, an Intake Specialist, and a Staff Attorney Investigator. These roles are designed to expand the commission's capacity for public education, case intake, and legal investigation of discrimination complaints. The changes take effect on July 1, 2024, and directly affect the commission's operational staffing and budget.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $300,000 from General Fund to hire three new staff positions for Vermont Human Rights Commission, increasing funding for public services.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds new staff positions to expand discrimination complaint investigation and public education, strengthening worker rights protections.85% confidence
Kevin Christie (D) · 21 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · Senate Feb 23, 2024

S 163: An act relating to establishing two Superior judge positions

This bill creates two new permanent full-time Superior judge positions in Vermont's state court system. The judges will serve six-year terms starting April 1, 2024, and will be subject to the state's judicial retention process. An appropriation of $539,246 from the General Fund is allocated for fiscal year 2025 to support these positions, with the law taking effect on July 1, 2024.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $539,246 from General Fund to create two new Superior judge positions, increasing funding for public services and judicial system.85% confidence
Nader Hashim (D) · 1 co-sponsor
signed · Vermont · House Feb 23, 2024

H 850: An act relating to transitioning education financing to the new system for pupil weighting

This bill establishes a transition process for Vermont's school funding system by comparing how student enrollment is weighted under the current formula versus a new one, with the goal of ensuring fair financial support for all districts. It calculates each district's relative change in funding share and adjusts homestead property tax rates accordingly, giving districts that lose funding under the new system a temporary reduction in their tax rate that phases out over five years. The legislation also allows school districts to cancel certain budget votes and move them to an earlier date in 2024, with $500,000 appropriated to cover associated election costs. These changes take effect immediately upon passage and are designed to facilitate the shift to a new pupil weighting system while protecting districts from immediate financial shortfalls.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides temporary tax rate reductions for districts losing funding under new system, ensuring fair financial support and protecting school funding equity85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes transition process for school funding system to ensure fair financial support for all districts, protecting education funding equity.90% confidence
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