Vermont Bills

passed both · Vermont · House Mar 14, 2025

HCR 51: House concurrent resolution honoring Louis Lamphere on his receipt of the gubernatorial Rays of Kindness recognition

This House Concurrent Resolution (HCR 51) is a ceremonial honor recognizing Louis Lamphere of Colchester for receiving the Governor's "Rays of Kindness" award. It acknowledges his community generosity and "acts of kindness" as defined by the Governor's initiative, which highlights selfless service and goodwill. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Mr. Lamphere. As a non-binding, symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals beyond the named recipient.

passed both · Vermont · House Mar 14, 2025

HCR 31: House concurrent resolution in memory of former University of Vermont associate professor, poet, and community leader Mary Jane Dickerson

This House Concurrent Resolution (HCR 31) honors Mary Jane Dickerson, a former University of Vermont associate professor, poet, and community leader who died in October 2024. It expresses the Vermont General Assembly’s condolences to her family and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to her family and the Jericho Town Clerk. The resolution commemorates her career at UVM, her founding of the Mary Jane Dickerson Scholarship Fund, her poetry, and her service on local boards and committees in Jericho. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.

passed both · Vermont · Senate Mar 14, 2025

SCR 3: Senate concurrent resolution congratulating Liliane Gordon of Hinesburg on her receipt of the Girl Scout Gold Award

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) expressing the Vermont General Assembly's congratulations to Liliane Gordon of Hinesburg for earning the Girl Scout Gold Award - the highest honor for Vermont Girl Scouts in grades 9-12. It recognizes her achievements, including leading track teams, creating a youth sports initiative addressing post-pandemic health concerns, and extensive community service. The resolution has no binding effect; it simply directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Ms. Gordon. It directly honors her personal accomplishments, not a policy or group.

passed both · Vermont · Senate Mar 13, 2025

JRS 17: Joint resolution relating to weekend adjournment on March 14, 2025

This joint resolution adjusts the Vermont legislative schedule for March 2025. It directs both the Senate and House to adjourn on Friday, March 14, 2025, and reconvene no later than Tuesday, March 18, 2025. The resolution affects the state legislature's calendar by preventing a weekend break in session during that period. It is a procedural measure with no substantive policy changes.

passed both · Vermont · House Mar 12, 2025

HCR 47: House concurrent resolution recognizing March 2025 as National Senior Nutrition Program Month in Vermont

HCR 47 is a symbolic resolution recognizing March 2025 as National Senior Nutrition Program Month in Vermont. It highlights Vermont's senior population (28% aged 60+), the threat of hunger among older residents (12%), and the role of programs like Meals on Wheels in delivering over 986,000 meals annually. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies to the Department of Disabilities, Aging, and Independent Living and Vermont meal providers, with no new funding or policy changes. It serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of existing senior nutrition efforts, aligning with the federal program's 2025 theme "A Place at the Table."

passed both · Vermont · House Mar 12, 2025

HCR 44: House concurrent resolution recognizing July 2025 as Park and Recreation Month in Vermont and designating July 18, 2025 as Vermont Park and Recreation Professionals Day in Vermont

This concurrent resolution symbolically recognizes July 2025 as Park and Recreation Month in Vermont and designates July 18, 2025, as Vermont Park and Recreation Professionals Day. It directly affects Vermont’s park and recreation professionals and programs by honoring their work through official state recognition. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Vermont Recreation and Parks Association, aligning with national observances established by the National Recreation and Park Association.

passed both · Vermont · House Mar 11, 2025

HCR 35: House concurrent resolution commemorating the 250th anniversary of the March 13, 1775 Westminster Massacre

This bill (HCR 35) is a ceremonial resolution commemorating the 250th anniversary of the March 13, 1775 Westminster Massacre, which Vermonters consider the first bloodshed of the American Revolution. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Westminster Historical Society, honoring the event where armed Whigs occupied a courthouse and were shot by a sheriff's posse. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies.

passed · Vermont · Senate Mar 11, 2025

SR 9: Senate resolution relating to electronic participation in Senate Sessions

Senate Resolution 9 extends the temporary rule allowing Vermont senators to participate in sessions remotely via electronic means through January 7, 2026. This procedural resolution amends Rule 9B(b) to update the expiration date of the existing electronic participation policy. It directly affects senators who may choose to join sessions remotely under this temporary rule. The change has no new policy implications - it only prolongs an existing administrative allowance.

passed · Vermont · Senate Mar 11, 2025

SR 8: Senate resolution relating to concurrently conducted electronic committee meetings

This Senate resolution extends Vermont's rule allowing electronic committee meetings beyond emergency declarations until January 7, 2026. It directly affects Senate committee operations by permitting virtual meetings without needing a state of emergency during this period. The resolution modifies Permanent Senate Rule 32A to remove the usual emergency-only restriction, ensuring continuity for committee work. Adopted by the Senate on March 11, 2025, it has no direct impact on public policy or constituents.

passed both · Vermont · House Feb 28, 2025

HCR 41: House concurrent resolution congratulating Keeler’s Bay Variety Store of South Hero on the 50th anniversary of the Horne family’s ownership

This resolution formally congratulates the Horne family for 50 years of owning Keeler’s Bay Variety Store (KBV) in South Hero, Vermont. It recognizes their transformation of the store into a community hub offering bakery, beer, spirits, butchery, and gasoline services, plus their local awards and community support. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to KBV as a formal acknowledgment of their anniversary milestone. No policy changes or direct impacts on residents or laws are involved.

passed both · Vermont · House Feb 28, 2025

HCR 43: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2025 Thetford Academy Panthers Division II boys’ championship indoor track and field team

HCR 43 is a symbolic resolution passed by the Vermont General Assembly to formally congratulate the Thetford Academy Panthers boys' indoor track and field team for winning the 2025 Division II championship. The resolution highlights their record-setting performances, including a new 55-meter dash record and multiple event victories, and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to Thetford Academy. This resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies - it serves only as a ceremonial recognition of the team's athletic achievement.

passed both · Vermont · House Feb 28, 2025

HCR 46: House concurrent resolution congratulating the Essex High School Hornets girls’ volleyball program on winning a fourth consecutive State championship

This House Concurrent Resolution (HCR 46) is a ceremonial tribute congratulating the Essex High School Hornets girls’ volleyball team for winning their fourth consecutive Vermont state championship. It specifically recognizes the team’s undefeated 2024 season, championship victory over Bellows Free Academy-St. Albans, and 68-game winning streak. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the tribute to Essex High School, with no policy changes or funding involved. As a non-binding resolution, it solely serves to honor the team, players, coaches, and school community.

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