This legislative resolution designates February 16, 2024, as Vermont Outdoor Recreation Day at the State House to honor the state's natural landscape and outdoor activities. The measure recognizes Vermont's extensive trail systems, wildlife areas, and ski resorts as important assets for the economy, community well-being, and quality of life. While the resolution does not create new laws or funding, it formally acknowledges the value of outdoor recreation and directs state officials to be notified of the designation. The bill was passed by both the Senate and House without requiring a vote, following standard procedure for ceremonial resolutions.
This bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally honors Harry Roush for over 40 years of public service in the Town of Washington. It recognizes his extensive contributions as a firefighter, emergency management coordinator, town moderator, and various other leadership roles. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Mr. Roush as an official acknowledgment of his achievements. This type of legislation does not change laws or policies but serves to publicly recognize an individual's community service.
This bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates the Boyd Family Farm in Wilmington on the 100th anniversary of its current location. The resolution acknowledges the farm's history, noting that the family relocated there in 1923 after a flood displaced their original farm established in 1775. It highlights the farm's current operations, which include growing flowers, offering blueberry picking, providing wedding floral services, and running a community-supported agriculture program. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the farm as a gesture of recognition.
This bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally honors Richard Angus Cawley for his long-term public service in the Town of Corinth, Vermont. The resolution recognizes his 37 years of work in various municipal roles, including town agent, town moderator, selectboard member, and school director, where he handled tasks like drafting ordinances, presiding over meetings, and overseeing community projects. The key provision directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Mr. Cawley as an official acknowledgment of his contributions. This document serves as a commemorative gesture rather than a law that changes policy or affects public programs.
This legislative bill is a commemorative resolution that honors the fifth anniversary of Jenna Tatro's death and recognizes the work of Jenna's Promise, an organization she helped create to support people struggling with substance use disorder. The resolution acknowledges how Jenna's family established Jenna's House Community & Recovery Center in Johnson, Vermont, which provides recovery services and community spaces while working to reduce stigma around addiction. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to Jenna's Promise and her family members, serving as an official state acknowledgment of their efforts rather than creating new laws or policies.
This legislative bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally honors Beth Foy for her service as chair of the Johnson Selectboard in Vermont. The resolution recognizes her leadership and contributions to local government, particularly in areas like animal control, health inspections, winter road maintenance, and flood management. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official commendation from the state legislature. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the honor to Ms. Foy.
This legislative bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Vermont State Parks system. It commemorates the historical significance of the parks, which began in 1924 with a donation of land that became Mt. Philo State Park, and acknowledges the contributions of Civilian Conservation Corps workers and private foundations to their development. The resolution does not create new laws or change policies but serves to honor the parks' legacy and their role in Vermont's outdoor economy. It directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to relevant state agencies and the Vermont Parks Forever foundation.
This bill designates February 2024 as School Board Recognition Month in Vermont to honor the work of local school board members. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the importance of these community leaders in public education. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Vermont School Board Association, allowing the organization to promote awareness of the role school boards play in Vermont.
This bill designates February 14, 2024, as Recovery Day at the Vermont State House to honor individuals who have completed substance use disorder treatment. It directly affects recovery centers, recovery houses, and organizations like Recovery Partners of Vermont and the Vermont Association for Mental Health and Addiction Recovery that support these individuals. The resolution formally recognizes the presence of people in recovery at the General Assembly and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to relevant recovery organizations. This is a ceremonial measure that acknowledges the state's investment in recovery services and celebrates the achievements of those who have completed treatment programs.
This bill amends Vermont state law to allow the state to invest public funds in community development credit unions in addition to existing options like banks and savings and loan associations. The change expands the range of eligible financial institutions where state money can be placed, specifically including credit unions that meet the definition in 8 V.S.A. § 30101. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage and does not alter other investment requirements or approval processes for state funds.
This Senate resolution establishes a temporary rule called Rule 44A for the Vermont Legislature. The rule requires bills that miss specific crossover dates in March 2024 to be sent to the Rules Committee, except for five major bills related to transportation, construction, general appropriations, pay, and taxes. The Rules Committee can then move these delayed bills to other relevant committees or place them on a notice calendar for further consideration. This temporary rule remains in effect only until the legislative session ends.
This bill expands equal pay protections in Vermont by updating state law to prohibit wage discrimination based on sex, race, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, ancestry, place of birth, crime victim status, age, and disability status. It requires employers to pay employees performing equal work requiring equal skill, effort, and responsibility under similar conditions the same wage rate, with exceptions only for seniority, merit, production-based systems, or bona fide factors unrelated to protected characteristics. The law also prevents employers from lowering other employees' wages to comply with equal pay requirements and applies to workers aged 18 and older. These protections will take effect on July 1, 2024.
