Vermont Bills

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 29, 2025

HCR 87: House concurrent resolution congratulating the Montpelier High School Solons boys’ basketball program on winning a fifth consecutive Division II championship

HCR 87 is a House concurrent resolution that congratulates the Montpelier High School Solons boys’ basketball program on winning their fifth consecutive Division II championship during the 2024-2025 season. This resolution formally recognizes the team's achievement.

Andrew Perchlik (D) Kate McCann (D) Emily Long (D) Conor Casey (D) Beth Quimby (R)

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

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 29, 2025

HCR 109: House concurrent resolution congratulating the South Burlington Chapter of Rotary International on 40 years of exemplary community service and professional camaraderie

This resolution congratulates the South Burlington Chapter of Rotary International on its 40 years of exemplary community service and professional camaraderie. It formally recognizes the club's contributions to the community, such as improvements to Veteran's Memorial Park and support for the South Burlington Food Shelf.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 25, 2025

HCR 92: House concurrent resolution honoring the outstanding achievements of the Federal TRIO Programs in Vermont

House Concurrent Resolution 92 honors the Federal TRIO Programs in Vermont for their outstanding achievements. These programs support financially disadvantaged students and those aspiring to be the first in their families to attend college, assisting them in pursuing higher education. The resolution also directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Board of Directors of the Vermont Educational Opportunity Programs.

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

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 25, 2025

HCR 101: House concurrent resolution congratulating Phoenix Newell on winning two consecutive Vermont State Spelling Bees

This resolution congratulates Phoenix Newell, a seventh grader from Lyndonville, for winning two consecutive Vermont State Spelling Bees in 2024 and 2025. It also directs the Secretary of State to send her a copy of the resolution.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 25, 2025

HCR 114: House concurrent resolution honoring Deborah J. Aldrich for 42 years of extraordinary municipal public service in the Town of Chester

HCR 114 is a House concurrent resolution that honors Deborah J. Aldrich for her 42 years of dedicated municipal public service in the Town of Chester, Vermont. It specifically recognizes her roles as Assistant Town Clerk and Town Clerk/Treasurer, and directs the Secretary of State to send her a copy of the resolution.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 25, 2025

HCR 115: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2025 Danville High School Bears Division IV championship boys’ basketball team

HCR 115 is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates the 2025 Danville High School Bears boys' basketball team for winning the Division IV championship. This resolution acknowledges the team's successful season and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to Danville High School.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 25, 2025

HCR 111: House concurrent resolution designating May 18, 2025 as Grand Army of the Republic Highway Day in Vermont

HCR 111 is a commemorative resolution that designates May 18, 2025, as Grand Army of the Republic Highway Day in Vermont. This resolution honors the Civil War veterans who were part of the Grand Army of the Republic and recognizes Vermont's designated GAR highway.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 25, 2025

HCR 83: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2024 Green Mountain Council Class of Eagle Scouts

HCR 83 is a House concurrent resolution that congratulates the 2024 Green Mountain Council Class of Eagle Scouts for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. It formally recognizes the dedication and accomplishment of 55 named individuals and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to each honored Eagle Scout and the Green Mountain Council.

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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