Rep. Kate Nugent

Maddy summaryH 27 establishes the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Commission to investigate deaths related to domestic violence. The bill creates a formal process for reviewing these cases to identify patterns and improve prevention strategies. It became law after passing both legislative chambers and receiving the Governor's signature on May 20, 2025. The commission's work directly affects domestic violence prevention efforts and policy development in the state.

Maddy summaryThis House concurrent resolution formally recognizes May 2025 as National Tennis Month in Vermont. It acknowledges the sport's history and its promotion by organizations like the United States Tennis Association (USTA).

Maddy summaryH 182 proposes to require state licensure for early childhood educators. The bill establishes a new Vermont Board of Early Childhood Educators under the Office of Professional Regulation to oversee this licensing process. It defines the scope of practice for educators working with children from birth through eight years old. The bill also creates three distinct licensure levels (Early Childhood Educator I, II, and III), each with specific responsibilities and supervision requirements. Unless exempt, individuals will be prohibited from identifying as early childhood educators without this license.

Maddy summaryHCR 107 is a House concurrent resolution that congratulates the Rice Memorial High School Green Knights boys’ ice hockey team. It commends the team for winning their second consecutive Division I championship. The resolution also directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the school.

Maddy summaryThis resolution, HCR 81, honors the life and public service of Brenda Churchill, a former Bakersfield Select Board member and advocate for transgender rights. It extends the Vermont General Assembly's condolences to her family and recognizes her contributions to local and state government, including her work on the Vermont Commission on Women.

Maddy summaryHCR 128 is a House concurrent resolution that designates May 6, 2025, as Homelessness Awareness Day in Vermont. This resolution formally recognizes the issue of homelessness within the state and directs a copy to be sent to the Housing and Homelessness Alliance of Vermont.

Maddy summaryThis resolution congratulates Caitlin MacLeod-Bluver of Winooski High School on her selection as the 2025 Vermont Teacher of the Year. It also recognizes Jeremy DeMink of Edmunds Middle School and Sonya Shedd of Wolcott Elementary School as Distinguished Finalists for the award.

Maddy summaryHCR 122 is a House concurrent resolution that officially recognizes the week of May 6-12 as National Nurses Week in Vermont. This resolution serves to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of nurses within the state.

Maddy summaryThis House concurrent resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the conclusion of the Vietnam War, which took place on April 30, 1975. The resolution directs the General Assembly to acknowledge this anniversary and sends copies to the Vermont State Council of the Vietnam Veterans of America, the American Legion Department of Vermont, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Vermont.

Maddy summaryThis 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.