Vermont Bills

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 19, 2024

HCR 229: House concurrent resolution honoring the music therapists of Vermont

This bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally honors the music therapists of Vermont for their work using evidence-based music interventions to help patients manage pain, anxiety, and other health challenges. It recognizes the growing importance of music therapy services in the state and acknowledges specific therapists who presented a devotional in the House of Representatives. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to the honored therapists and the Music Therapy Association of Vermont. This is a commemorative measure rather than a law that changes policy or requires new funding.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 19, 2024

HCR 222: House concurrent resolution in memory of former Representative Timothy Yeatman Hayward

This bill is a House concurrent resolution that honors the memory of former Vermont Representative Timothy Yeatman Hayward, who passed away in March 2024. The resolution extends condolences to Hayward's family and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to them. It acknowledges Hayward's background as a U.S. Marine, his career in banking and public service, and his long involvement in Vermont politics and community leadership. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal expression of respect from the General Assembly.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 19, 2024

HCR 223: House concurrent resolution honoring the academic and administrative leadership of former Kingdom East School District Superintendent Jennifer Botzojorns

This House concurrent resolution formally honors Jennifer Botzojorns, the former Superintendent of the Kingdom East School District, for her leadership in education. The measure recognizes her career progression from classroom teacher to district superintendent, highlighting her role in managing the district's formation under Act 46 and her response to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Botzojorns and the Kingdom East School District as an official acknowledgment of her contributions to Vermont public education.

Topics ✓ Education

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 19, 2024

HCR 225: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2023 Hartford High School Hurricanes Division II championship boys’ golf team

This bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates the 2023 Hartford High School Hurricanes boys' golf team for winning the Vermont Division II state championship. The resolution recognizes the team's achievements, including their victory at the Basin Harbor Club in Vergennes despite challenges from a July 2023 flood that temporarily closed their usual practice course. It specifically names the seven team members and their coaching staff who contributed to the team's success. The General Assembly directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this resolution to Hartford High School.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 19, 2024

HCR 224: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2023 Hartford High School Hurricanes Division II championship field hockey team

This bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates the 2023 Hartford High School Hurricanes Division II championship field hockey team. It recognizes the team's 14-2 season record and their victory in the state championship game against the Woodstock Wasps, where they won 2-0. The resolution specifically acknowledges the individual players and coaching staff who contributed to the team's success. The General Assembly directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this resolution to Hartford High School.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 19, 2024

HCR 226: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2024 Hartford High School Hurricanes Division II championship boys’ indoor track and field team

This bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the 2024 Hartford High School Hurricanes boys' indoor track and field team for winning the Division II state championship in Vermont. It recognizes the team's specific achievements at the competition, including their relay victories and individual placements in various events. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Hartford High School as a formal acknowledgment of their accomplishment.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 19, 2024

HCR 221: House concurrent resolution congratulating North Country Union High School Principal Christopher Young on being named the National Association of Secondary School Principals 2024 Advocacy Champion of the Year

This bill is a House concurrent resolution that congratulates North Country Union High School Principal Christopher Young for receiving the 2024 Advocacy Champion of the Year award from the National Association of Secondary School Principals. The resolution recognizes Young's work as Vermont's coordinator for the national organization and his contributions to public education policy discussions at federal, state, and local levels. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Principal Young and his school. This is a ceremonial document honoring an individual's professional achievement rather than creating new laws or policies.

Topics ✓ Education

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 19, 2024

HCR 227: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2024 West Rutland High School Golden Horde girls’ basketball team on winning the school’s third consecutive Division IV championship

This bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates the 2024 West Rutland High School Golden Horde girls' basketball team for winning their school's third consecutive Division IV state championship. The resolution recognizes the team's athletic achievements during the 2023-2024 season, specifically noting their 49-38 victory over the Long Trail Mountain Lions in the state finals. It lists the names of all thirteen team members and their coaches, Carl Serrani and Matt Serrani, as part of the official acknowledgment. The General Assembly directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this resolution to West Rutland High School to formally record the achievement.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 19, 2024

HCR 230: House concurrent resolution in memory of Weathersfield Fire Chief Darrin Spaulding

This bill is a House concurrent resolution honoring the memory of Weathersfield Fire Chief Darrin Spaulding, who passed away suddenly in April 2024. It formally extends condolences from the Vermont General Assembly to Spaulding's family, the Weathersfield Fire Department, and the broader community. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the family and the fire department as a gesture of respect. This measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a commemorative acknowledgment of Spaulding's service and legacy.

passed · Vermont · House Apr 19, 2024

H 879: An act relating to the Emergency Temporary Shelter Program

This bill establishes an Emergency Temporary Shelter Program within Vermont's Department for Children and Families to provide interim housing for households experiencing homelessness, prioritizing community-based shelter options over hotel rooms. The program creates an advisory committee that includes individuals with lived experience of homelessness to guide implementation, ensuring diverse representation across race, disability, and other demographics. Key provisions require immediate access to shelter without housing readiness requirements, limit unnecessary relocations between shelter sites, and establish accountability measures for hotel and motel operators receiving state funding. The bill also mandates that shelter services incorporate Housing First principles and trauma-informed practices while increasing accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

Topics ✓ Housing

passed both · Vermont · Senate Apr 19, 2024

JRS 53: Joint resolution relating to weekend adjournment on April 19, 2024

This bill directs the Vermont General Assembly to adjourn on Friday, April 19, 2024, and reconvene no later than Tuesday, April 23, 2024. It applies to both the Senate and House of Representatives, ensuring a weekend break in legislative sessions. The measure establishes specific dates for when lawmakers must return to work after the Friday adjournment. This procedural resolution does not change laws or policies but sets the schedule for legislative operations during that period.

passed both · Vermont · Senate Apr 19, 2024

SCR 13: Senate concurrent resolution congratulating Alice Whiting of Johnson on her 90th birthday

This Senate concurrent resolution congratulates Alice Whiting of Johnson on her 90th birthday. The bill recognizes her contributions as an educator, community leader, and family member, noting her work teaching at Johnson Elementary School and Johnson State College. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to her as a formal acknowledgment of her achievements.

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