Vermont Bills

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 15, 2025

HCR 90: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2025 Burlington High School Seahorses Division I championship girls’ basketball team

HCR 90 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating the 2025 Burlington High School girls' basketball team on winning their Division I championship - their first title in 49 years. It expresses the Vermont General Assembly's recognition of the team's achievement and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Burlington High School. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it is purely symbolic recognition of the team's athletic success. This type of resolution does not affect any laws, funding, or regulations.

Kesha Ram Hinsdale (D) Andrew Perchlik (D) Chris Mattos (R) Barbara Rachelson (D) Brian Cina (D)

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 15, 2025

HCR 91: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2025 Burlington High School Seahorses Division I championship boys’ basketball team

HCR 91 is a House concurrent resolution that congratulates the 2025 Burlington High School Seahorses boys' basketball team for winning the Division I championship. It also recognizes the team's coaches and managers for their successful 2024-2025 season.

introduced · Vermont · House Apr 11, 2025

H 506: An act relating to approval of the adoption of the charter of the Town of Charlotte

H 506 approves the adoption of the Town of Charlotte's charter, which was previously approved by town voters on March 4, 2025. The charter establishes Charlotte as a local government entity with the authority to enact its own ordinances and manage municipal affairs under Vermont law. It requires that changes to land use bylaws must be approved by voters at a specifically called meeting, rather than through routine town meetings. The charter also clarifies that Charlotte retains all powers granted by state law and that its provisions are cumulative with existing state statutes.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 11, 2025

HCR 84: House concurrent resolution congratulating the Mount Anthony Union High School Patriot wrestling program on winning its 36th consecutive State championship

HCR 84 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating the Mount Anthony Union High School Patriot wrestling program on winning its 36th consecutive Vermont state championship. It formally recognizes their victory over Middlebury at the 2025 State tournament, where they secured a narrow 211.5-199 win after a close competition. The resolution also notes their subsequent performance at the New England Championships. This non-binding resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the school, serving solely as a formal expression of appreciation for the team's athletic achievement.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 11, 2025

HCR 88: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2025 Thetford Academy inductees into the National Technical Honor Society

HCR 88 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating six Thetford Academy students recognized by the National Technical Honor Society in March 2025. It specifically honors Hunter Clay (construction), Heidi Hewes (health science), Joshua King (heavy equipment), Ashlyn Osgood (emergency services), Rebecca Osgood (emergency services), and Dillon Vance (construction) for demonstrating scholastic excellence and leadership. The resolution directs Vermont's Secretary of State to send each student a copy of the resolution. This is a non-binding, symbolic gesture with no policy changes or funding implications.

passed both · Vermont · Senate Apr 11, 2025

JRS 21: Joint resolution relating to weekend adjournment on April 11, 2025

This procedural joint resolution (JRS 21) adjusts the Vermont legislative schedule by directing both the Senate and House to adjourn on Friday, April 11, 2025, and reconvene no later than Tuesday, April 15, 2025. It directly affects the Vermont General Assembly’s calendar, extending the weekend break by two days. The bill is purely procedural, changing meeting dates without altering any substantive laws or policies. It was adopted by both chambers on April 11, 2025, and is now effective.

introduced · Vermont · House Apr 10, 2025

H 503: An act relating to delaying the requirements of the Advanced Clean Truck rule

H 503 would delay the implementation of Vermont's Advanced Clean Truck rule by five years, moving the effective date from model year 2031 to 2036. The rule would require heavy truck manufacturers and fleet operators in Vermont to gradually adopt zero-emission truck models. This bill directly affects commercial trucking businesses and manufacturers who would have been subject to the emissions standards starting in 2031. The key provision is simply extending the timeline for compliance without altering the rule's emissions requirements.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Transportation

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 10, 2025

HCR 73: House concurrent resolution designating April 10, 2025 as Museums and Libraries Day at the State House

This ceremonial resolution designates April 10, 2025, as "Museums and Libraries Day" at the Vermont State House. It recognizes Vermont's high density of museums (48 per 100,000 residents) and libraries (28 per 100,000 residents), highlighting their community roles as educational hubs and emergency response centers. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Vermont Historical Society, which combines museum and library services. It has no binding policy effects - it solely serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of these institutions' community value.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 10, 2025

HCR 74: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2025 Boys & Girls Clubs of Vermont Youth of the Year honorees

This House Concurrent Resolution (HCR 74) is a ceremonial measure congratulating four Vermont youth selected as 2025 Boys & Girls Clubs of Vermont Youth of the Year honorees: Jason (Brattleboro), Kali (Burlington), Megan (Vergennes), and Tyler (Rutland). It formally recognizes their achievements as the highest honor bestowed by the Boys & Girls Clubs movement. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to each honoree. As a symbolic gesture with no policy impact, it does not affect laws, funding, or regulations.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 10, 2025

HCR 70: House concurrent resolution designating April 10, 2025 as Alzheimer’s Awareness Day at the State House

HCR 70 is a ceremonial resolution designating April 10, 2025, as Alzheimer’s Awareness Day at the Vermont State House. It formally recognizes the impact of Alzheimer’s disease in Vermont, citing local statistics about affected residents, caregivers, and associated costs. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Alzheimer’s Association, Vermont Chapter, and acknowledges current awareness efforts by families, caregivers, and medical professionals. This is a non-binding designation with no new policy or funding changes.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 10, 2025

HCR 66: House concurrent resolution celebrating the role of tourism in the Vermont economy and designating April 10, 2025 as Tourism Economy Day at the State House

This bill (HCR 66) is a ceremonial resolution designating April 10, 2025, as "Tourism Economy Day" at the Vermont State House. It recognizes tourism's economic significance, citing its $4 billion impact and role in supporting over 30,000 jobs. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to share it with tourism organizations like the Vermont Chamber of Commerce and the Department of Tourism and Marketing. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges the industry's contributions.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 9, 2025

HCR 65: House concurrent resolution recognizing May 2025 as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Awareness Month in Vermont

HCR 65 is a symbolic resolution designating May 2025 as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) Awareness Month in Vermont. It recognizes PSP - a rare, progressive neurological disorder affecting movement, cognition, and daily functioning in approximately 20,000 Americans - as a condition requiring greater public and healthcare awareness. The resolution directs Vermont’s Secretary of State to send copies to CurePSP (a national advocacy group) and the Vermont Medical Society. This non-binding measure aims to highlight PSP’s challenges, support affected families, and encourage broader understanding, with no new funding or policy changes.

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