Rep. Kate Logan

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Vermont public schools to adopt and enforce inclusive policies aligned with state education standards. It prevents schools from implementing federal mandates that conflict with Vermont's equity and inclusivity standards. The Vermont Agency of Education gains authority to provide guidance and support to schools resisting such conflicting federal requirements. The bill directly affects all public schools and the state education agency, focusing on preempting federal policy conflicts rather than creating new school obligations.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Vermont's Department of Health to create and maintain an emergency stockpile of essential medications for reproductive health care (like contraceptives and pregnancy termination drugs) and gender-affirming care (including puberty blockers and hormone therapies). The stockpile must be strategically placed across the state, with priority for underserved and rural communities, and managed through specific procurement, storage, and distribution rules. The Department must report annually by January 15 on stock levels, usage, and future supply needs. The bill aims to ensure ongoing access to these medications during potential shortages.

Maddy summaryThis bill (H 55) requires all health insurance plans in Vermont - including Medicaid - to cover gender-affirming health care services that are medically necessary and clinically appropriate, such as facial procedures and hair removal, without extra cost-sharing. It also mandates coverage for fertility-related services, including diagnostic care, IVF procedures, fertility preservation (like egg freezing), and related medications, while prohibiting financial barriers or restrictions based on donor use. The bill prohibits insurers from denying coverage for these services based on factors like donor sperm or eggs, though it excludes experimental procedures and nonmedical costs (e.g., donor fees). Insurers must report compliance annually to state health committees, and the Agency of Human Services must seek federal approval for Medicaid coverage changes. The bill directly affects all Vermont health insurers, Medicaid, and individuals seeking these specific health services.

Maddy summaryThis bill would prohibit individuals from knowingly carrying firearms on premises licensed to serve alcohol in Vermont, such as bars and restaurants. Business owners would be required to post clear notices about the ban at all public entrances. Violating the possession rule could result in fines up to $1,000 or up to one year in jail, while failing to post notices would incur a $500 fine. Exceptions include law enforcement officers on duty, National Guard members, and venue owners who legally possess firearms. The bill is currently pending referral to the Judiciary Committee after its first reading.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 40 establishes a licensing system for freestanding birth centers in Vermont, removing the requirement for them to obtain state approval (certificate of need) before opening. It mandates that health insurance plans and Medicaid cover prenatal, maternity, birthing, postpartum, and newborn care services provided at licensed birth centers. Birth centers must meet state safety and operational standards and pay a $250 licensing fee to operate. This aims to expand access to birth center options, which have demonstrated improved health outcomes and lower costs for mothers and babies compared to hospital births.

Maddy summaryH.33 expands Vermont's unpaid leave protections to cover domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, bereavement, and military-related family exigencies, directly affecting employees working for businesses with 10+ employees (for parental leave) or 15+ employees (for other leave types). It redefines "family member" to include non-traditional relationships - like caregivers in non-legal bonds or LGBTQ+ families - without requiring legal documentation, and creates "safe leave" for victims of domestic violence or assault. The bill also mandates employer reporting to track how expanded leave impacts workers, particularly low-income employees and non-traditional families. These changes aim to make leave access more equitable while aligning with inclusive standards.

Maddy summaryH 22 amends Vermont's Public Records Act to require public disclosure of severance pay and benefit extension agreements for employees of state and local public agencies. It removes an exemption that previously kept this information private, making such agreements available for public inspection and copying. Public agencies must annually publish detailed reports by July 1 each year, including employee names, payment amounts, benefit types, agreement duration, and termination reasons. This applies to all benefit extension agreements executed since 2018, with a historical report due by January 15, 2026. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 4 is a procedural bill that amends the Vermont House of Representatives' rules to redefine the structure and responsibilities of standing committees. It specifies new committee names (like "Agriculture, Food Resiliency, and Forestry"), membership sizes, and policy areas for 12 committees, including creating a dedicated "Environment" committee. The bill reassigns specific topics, such as climate change mitigation and water quality, to the Corrections and Institutions committee, while clarifying duties for others like Health Care and Transportation. This reorganization directly affects how legislative work is organized within the House.

Maddy summaryThis is a routine procedural resolution (HR 3) adopted by the Vermont House of Representatives on January 8, 2025. It formally notifies the Governor that the House has completed its organizational process (such as electing leadership and committees) and is ready to receive communications from the Governor. The resolution directly affects the Governor and the House's internal operations, but it does not change laws or impact any constituents. As a standard organizational step at the start of a legislative session, it has no substantive policy provisions.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution, adopted on January 8, 2025, requires the Clerk of the House to inform the Senate that the Vermont House of Representatives has completed its organizational procedures (such as electing leadership and committees) and is prepared to begin its legislative work. It is a routine procedural step to formally notify the Senate of the House's readiness to start the session. No substantive policy changes are made by this resolution, as it solely addresses internal House organization.