This bill amends Vermont laws regulating pharmacy technicians and pharmacists to expand their roles in administering vaccines and performing health tests. It specifically defines pharmacy technician duties to include administering immunizations and conducting COVID-19 tests under pharmacist supervision, while establishing new requirements such as CPR certification and specialized training for technicians performing these tasks. The legislation also grants pharmacists authority to prescribe certain medications and vaccines under approved state protocols, including hormonal contraceptives and various vaccines for patients of different age groups. Additionally, the bill creates a study process to explore certification pathways for art and music therapists and adjusts requirements for pharmacy management qualifications.
This bill establishes a Prekindergarten Education Implementation Committee to develop a plan for providing full-day prekindergarten education to all four-year-old children in Vermont by July 1, 2026. The committee, composed of representatives from education agencies, school associations, private providers, and families, will examine how to expand access through public schools or contracted private providers while considering costs, quality standards, and special education needs. The committee must submit its implementation plan and draft legislative language by December 1, 2024, and will cease to exist on February 1, 2025. The bill also appropriates $107,500 in fiscal year 2024 to fund the committee's operations and potential contractor assistance.
This bill formally approves amendments to the Town of Brattleboro's charter that were previously approved by voters in March 2019. The changes establish new election rules that allow 16- to 18-year-olds, known as youth voters, to participate in local elections alongside regular voters. Key provisions include creating a Representative Town Meeting with up to 140 members elected by district, establishing a five-person Selectboard, and implementing early voting options for youth voters. The bill also defines the roles and terms of various elected positions, including school directors and Town Meeting members, while clarifying that youth voters have the same rights and responsibilities as adult voters once elected to office.
This bill approves amendments to the City of Burlington charter that expand voting rights for certain noncitizen residents. The changes allow noncitizens who live permanently in the United States, are at least 18 years old, have taken a Voter's Oath, and are registered to vote to participate in local Burlington elections. These noncitizen voters can only vote for local city and school district officials and ballot questions specific to their ward or city district, not for state or federal offices. The bill also requires the city's administrative officer to create forms and procedures to identify these voters on registration checklists. This legislation was passed by the legislature and enacted despite a gubernatorial veto.
This bill, known as the BIG BILL for Fiscal Year 2024, provides funding for Vermont state government operations and establishes the primary source for all state appropriations during that fiscal year. It authorizes specific dollar amounts for various state agencies and departments, covering personal services like wages and salaries, operating expenses such as utilities and supplies, and grants to local governments and community organizations. The legislation limits state activities to those supported by the appropriated funds and restricts the creation of new permanent state positions, while allowing the governor to accept and allocate federal funds for purposes consistent with existing state appropriations.
This bill sets a specific schedule for the Vermont legislature to adjourn and reconvene in 2023. It requires the Senate and House to close their sessions on May 12 or 13, 2023, and reopen on June 20, 2023, at 10 a.m. The measure directly affects state legislators by establishing these dates for the legislative calendar. This is a procedural resolution that outlines when the legislative body will meet rather than changing substantive laws.
This bill creates an optional state income tax for pass-through entities like partnerships, S corporations, and LLCs to help them qualify for a federal tax deduction on state and local taxes. Under the proposed system, eligible businesses with only individual members can elect to pay a tax calculated using the second-highest individual income tax rate, which allows them to claim a federal deduction for state taxes paid. In exchange for the entity paying this tax, individual members receive a refundable credit equal to 90% of their share of the tax paid, reducing their personal Vermont tax liability. The bill also exempts nonresident members from filing Vermont individual income tax returns if the entity has paid the new tax on their income.
This legislative bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates the University of Vermont Catamounts women's basketball team on winning the 2023 America East Conference championship. The resolution recognizes the team's 2023 season achievements, including a 17-game winning streak, their conference championship victory, and their subsequent qualification for the NCAA March Madness tournament. It also acknowledges the contributions of the coaching staff and lists the team members who completed a 25-7 season. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the University of Vermont Office of Athletics.
This bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates Tracy Borst, Thetford Town Clerk and Treasurer, for receiving the International Institute of Municipal Clerks' Institute Directors Award of Excellence. The resolution recognizes her as the first recipient from Vermont and New England for this professional achievement, highlighting her career milestones including becoming a Master Municipal Clerk and earning treasurer certifications. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Ms. Borst as an official acknowledgment of her contributions to municipal governance.
This bill is a House concurrent resolution honoring the memory of Dr. Ann Ellis Raynolds, a clinical psychologist and social justice activist who passed away in 2023. It directly affects the family of Dr. Raynolds by extending the General Assembly's condolences and directing the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to them. The document outlines her life achievements, including her work in mental health services, civil rights advocacy, and community leadership in Massachusetts and Vermont. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of her contributions and does not create new laws or policy changes.
This legislative resolution congratulates St. Peter Roman Catholic Church of Rutland on the 150th anniversary of its church building's construction. The document acknowledges the church's history, noting it was built in 1869 and consecrated in 1873 to serve the growing Catholic community in the Rutland area. It recognizes the contributions of parishioners who helped construct the building and subsequent restoration efforts over the decades. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the church as a formal acknowledgment of this milestone.
This bill is a formal resolution congratulating the 2023 St. Johnsbury Academy Science Olympiad team for winning multiple medals in their state competition. It recognizes the team's dedication to STEM education and lists the specific events where they earned gold, silver, and bronze awards. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to St. Johnsbury Academy as an official acknowledgment of their achievements. This measure does not change any laws or policies but serves to honor the students and faculty involved in the competition.
