Vermont Bills

passed both · Vermont · House Mar 25, 2025

HCR 57: House concurrent resolution recognizing March 25, 2025 as National Medal of Honor Day in Vermont

HCR 57 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing March 25, 2025, as National Medal of Honor Day in Vermont. It formally acknowledges Vermont's historical connection to Medal of Honor recipients, including the youngest recipient, 11-year-old Willie Johnston. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to provide copies to Vermont veterans organizations and the Vermont National Guard Library and Museum. As a symbolic gesture with no legal effect, it does not create new policies or obligations.

passed both · Vermont · House Mar 25, 2025

HCR 60: House concurrent resolution designating March 25, 2025 as Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Day at the State House

HCR 60 is a ceremonial resolution designating March 25, 2025, as Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Day at the Vermont State House. It formally recognizes advocates and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who will visit the State House that day to discuss service needs. The resolution has no policy or funding changes - it simply designates a day for acknowledgment and directs the Secretary of State to share the resolution with advocacy groups present. This is a symbolic gesture, not a substantive legislative action.

Gayle Pezzo (D) Emilie Krasnow (D) Tom Stevens (D) Woody Page (R) Chea Evans (D)

passed both · Vermont · House Mar 25, 2025

HCR 27: House concurrent resolution honoring Joan W. Coursier for her exemplary community service devising and leading the Halifax senior meal program

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law), honoring Joan W. Coursier for her 25-year leadership of the Halifax senior meal program. It recognizes her role in creating and running the program, which provided nutritious meals and community connection to seniors. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Ms. Coursier, who is concluding her service in March 2025. It has no policy impact or funding provisions.

passed both · Vermont · House Mar 21, 2025

HCR 49: House concurrent resolution recognizing March 21, 2025 as World Day for Glaciers in Vermont

This is a procedural resolution, not a law. It formally recognizes March 21, 2025 (the first World Day for Glaciers) as "World Day for Glaciers in Vermont" and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the UN Secretary-General. It aligns with a UN resolution urging global awareness of glacier preservation due to climate impacts. The resolution has no direct effect on Vermont residents or new policies; it serves only as a symbolic gesture of support for international climate awareness efforts.

passed · Vermont · Senate Mar 21, 2025

S 66: An act relating to motor vehicle noise, exhaust modifications, and engine compression brakes

This bill (S 66) regulates motor vehicle noise by prohibiting certain exhaust modifications and requiring mufflers for engine compression brakes. It bans straight pipes, gutted mufflers, and unapproved exhaust systems on most vehicles, while requiring motorcycles (post-1985) to meet federal noise standards. Truck operators must equip compression brakes (like "Jake brakes") with mufflers to prevent excessive noise, failing which vehicles will fail safety inspections. The law affects drivers of modified cars, trucks, and motorcycles, with new rules taking effect July 1, 2026. It also requires a report by December 2025 on proposed noise level limits and enforcement procedures.

Topics ✓ Transportation

passed · Vermont · House Mar 21, 2025

H 125: An act relating to reporting on the energy transition

H 125 requires Vermont's Secretary of Natural Resources to publish a detailed report by December 15, 2025, tracking how the state's energy shift affects residents and businesses. The report must compile five years of data on electric rates, solar installations by county, heating fuel sales, weatherization services (by income), renewable energy jobs, fuel sales, EV charging infrastructure, and regional energy consumption patterns. It also mandates analysis of equity impacts and recommendations for future reporting to better understand regional benefits and burdens from Vermont's energy transition. This procedural bill focuses on data collection, not policy changes, to inform future energy planning.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Transportation

passed both · Vermont · Senate Mar 21, 2025

JRS 18: Joint resolution relating to weekend adjournment on March 21, 2025

This procedural resolution adjusts the Vermont legislature's schedule, allowing lawmakers to take a weekend break after adjourning on Friday, March 21, 2025, with a return to session on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. It does not change any laws or affect residents, as it solely modifies the legislative calendar for that specific session. The resolution was adopted by both chambers on March 21, 2025.

passed both · Vermont · House Mar 21, 2025

HCR 54: House concurrent resolution in memory of former Representative, Governor, and Interim University of Vermont President Thomas Paul Salmon

HCR 54 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Thomas Paul Salmon, a former Vermont Representative, Governor (75th), and Interim University of Vermont President. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's condolences to his family following his death on January 14, 2025, and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to them. It commemorates his career, including his two terms as governor (1972-1978) and his six-year tenure as UVM Interim President. As a non-binding memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents.

passed · Vermont · Senate Mar 20, 2025

SR 10: Senate resolution relating to the disapproval of Executive Order 01-25

This Senate resolution (SR 10) formally disapproves Governor Scott's Executive Order 01-25, which aimed to reorganize Vermont's Department of Public Safety into a new cabinet-level "Agency of Public Safety" effective April 2025. The resolution directly affects the Governor's proposed reorganization plan by rejecting it and committing the Senate to develop new legislation instead. The key mechanism requires the Senate to use its standing committee process - allowing for research, analysis, and public input - to create a revised structure for public safety services. This action does not change current operations but redirects the process toward formal legislative action.

passed both · Vermont · House Mar 19, 2025

HCR 13: House concurrent resolution in memory of the former esteemed Clerk of the Vermont House of Representatives Robert Louis Picher of Winooski

HCR 13 is a non-binding memorial resolution honoring Robert Louis Picher, the former Clerk of the Vermont House of Representatives. It commemorates his 30 years of service (1963-1993, plus 2002 acting role), military career, legal background, and community contributions. The resolution expresses the Vermont General Assembly’s condolences to his family and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to them. This is purely ceremonial with no policy changes or affected constituents.

passed both · Vermont · Senate Mar 14, 2025

JRS 16: Joint resolution providing for a Joint Assembly to vote on the retention of seven Superior Court Judges and one Magistrate

JRS 16 is a procedural resolution that schedules a joint vote by Vermont's Senate and House of Representatives to decide whether to retain seven Superior Court Judges and one Magistrate. It directs both chambers to convene in a Joint Assembly on March 20, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. to cast votes on these judicial retention decisions. If the vote isn't completed on that day, the Assembly will meet daily (excluding weekends) until all retention votes are finalized. This resolution has been approved by both legislative chambers and does not alter judicial qualifications or court procedures - only setting the process for the retention vote.

passed both · Vermont · House Mar 14, 2025

HCR 52: House concurrent resolution honoring Anthony P. Romeo on his 70th birthday

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Anthony P. Romeo on his 70th birthday. It recognizes his 50-year ownership of a Rutland restaurant, community service (including roles as Ward Clerk and Police Commissioner), and charitable contributions. The resolution formally expresses the Vermont General Assembly's honor and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to Mr. Romeo. It has no policy impact and directly affects only Mr. Romeo personally.

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