Vermont Bills

introduced · Vermont · House May 20, 2025

H 518: An act relating to repealing the Climate Superfund Cost Recovery Program

H.518 proposes to repeal the State Climate Superfund Cost Recovery Program. If enacted, the Agency of Natural Resources would not be required to establish or implement this program. The bill would also eliminate the requirement for the State Treasurer to assess the cost of greenhouse gas emissions to Vermont and its residents. Any state positions authorized for the program or assessment would be terminated, and appropriated funds would be returned to the General Fund.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✗ Energy ✗ Environment

Woody Page (R) Wayne Laroche (R) Mike Southworth (R) Tom Charlton (R) James Gregoire (R)

introduced · Vermont · Senate May 16, 2025

S 156: An act relating to miscellaneous amendments to the Vermont State Employees’ Retirement System

This bill proposes several amendments to the Vermont State Employees’ Retirement System, primarily impacting Group G members. It revises the definitions for Group G membership, alters how their normal retirement allowance is calculated, and adjusts their contribution rates, which will transition from a quartile-based system to fixed percentages by fiscal year 2026. The bill also allows members to earn creditable service for temporary or seasonal State employment and expands the circumstances for receiving creditable service for prior military service without contributions. Finally, it establishes a statutory contractual right for all members of the System.

introduced · Vermont · Senate May 16, 2025

S 155: An act relating to the use of automated traffic law enforcement (ATLE) systems by municipalities

Bill S 155 authorizes municipal law enforcement agencies to use Automated Traffic Law Enforcement (ATLE) systems, such as traffic cameras, as part of a pilot program until July 1, 2027. These systems can be deployed in municipal work zones to enhance worker safety and at other locations with high rates of crashes or speeding where traditional enforcement is impractical. The bill requires clear signage notifying drivers of ATLE use, engineering analysis for deployment locations, and that systems in work zones only operate when workers are present. It also mandates annual calibration, daily logs of activity, and an annual report from the Agency of Transportation detailing system usage, violations, and collected penalties.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Transportation

introduced · Vermont · House May 15, 2025

H 517: An act relating to military protection orders

H 517 proposes to include military protection orders within the definition of foreign protection orders in Vermont. This bill aims to establish a process for these military protection orders to be verified and enforced within the state. It directly affects service members and their families who have obtained such orders, ensuring their legal validity and enforceability in Vermont.

introduced · Vermont · House May 13, 2025

JRH 4: Joint resolution reaffirming support for the legislatively recognized Native American Indian tribes and bands of Vermont

Joint House Resolution 4 reaffirms the General Assembly's support for the Native American Indian tribes and bands currently recognized by Vermont law. It also reiterates support for the established system for extending future state recognition to other Native American Indian tribes and bands. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs.

introduced · Vermont · House May 7, 2025

H 515: An act relating to in-state tuition for non-Vermont residents who do not have access to DEI programming in their home state public postsecondary institutions

House Bill 515 proposes a new tuition policy for non-Vermont residents attending public postsecondary institutions in Vermont. It requires the University of Vermont and the Vermont State Colleges Corporation to offer in-state tuition rates to students who are not Vermont residents. This special rate applies specifically if the student resides in a state that has banned diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in its state-funded colleges and universities.

Topics ✓ Education

introduced · Vermont · Senate May 1, 2025

S 153: An act relating to the creation of the Extreme Temperature Worker Protection Act

Bill S 153, the "Extreme Temperature Worker Protection Act," proposes to protect Vermont employees from occupational injuries and illnesses due to extreme hot and cold temperatures. It requires employers to develop and implement a written prevention plan that includes monitoring temperatures, providing education, and outlining emergency procedures. When the wet bulb globe temperature exceeds 80 degrees Fahrenheit, employers must provide access to cool drinking water and shaded rest areas for employees. The bill applies to most employers and employees, with specific exemptions for certain work activities or temperature-controlled environments.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

introduced · Vermont · House May 1, 2025

H 514: An act relating to the procedures governing the change of a minor’s legal name

H 514 proposes to amend the procedures for a minor to legally change their name. The bill aims to update the statutes governing vital records and court instruments used for such changes. Its key provision would allow a minor to change their legal name with the consent of one parent or guardian, rather than requiring consent from both. This bill directly affects minors seeking a name change and their parents or guardians.

introduced · Vermont · House Apr 29, 2025

H 513: An act relating to the Southeast State Correctional Facility natural areas

H 513 proposes to transfer specific land parcels associated with the Southeast State Correctional Facility. It requires the land outside the facility's fence, excluding the existing solar energy facility, to be transferred to the Department of Fish and Wildlife. This transferred land would then be incorporated into the Windsor Grasslands Wildlife Management Area. Additionally, the bill mandates that a remote building located within the facility's fence be reserved for future use as a nature center.

Topics ✓ Environment

introduced · Vermont · House Apr 25, 2025

H 511: An act relating to the admittance of federal immigration authorities into schools

H.511 proposes to require schools throughout Vermont to implement a policy regarding federal immigration authorities. This policy would restrict federal immigration authorities from entering nonpublic areas of school facilities. Access to these nonpublic areas would only be permitted if a judicial warrant is presented. The bill directly affects Vermont schools and federal immigration authorities seeking access to them.

Topics ✓ Immigration

introduced · Vermont · House Apr 24, 2025

H 510: An act relating to repealing the charter of the Town of Danville

H 510 proposes to repeal the charter of the Town of Danville. This bill formalizes the repeal, which was previously approved by the voters of Danville on March 4, 2025. The act amends the Vermont statutes by repealing Chapter 114, which governs the Town of Danville, including specific provisions about annual and special meetings and voting procedures.

introduced · Vermont · House Apr 24, 2025

H 509: An act relating to approval of an amendment to the charter of the City of Winooski

H 509 is an act that approves an amendment to the charter of the City of Winooski. This amendment authorizes the Winooski City Council to adopt an ordinance establishing "just cause" protections for residential tenants against eviction. The ordinance must define specific, allowable reasons for eviction, such as nonpayment of rent or a tenant's material breach of a rental agreement, and explicitly exclude lease expiration as the sole grounds for termination. It also outlines exemptions for certain property types, like owner-occupied duplexes, and requires provisions for tenant protections such as adequate notice and relocation assistance when applicable.

Topics ✓ Housing

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