Rep. Brenda Steady

Maddy summaryHCR 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.

Maddy summaryHCR 55 is a symbolic resolution recognizing April 2025 as "Month of the Military Child" in Vermont. It directly acknowledges the experiences of Vermont military children, particularly those with parents in the Vermont National Guard (approximately 1,000 personnel deployed annually), who face challenges like frequent relocations and parental deployment. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Vermont National Guard’s Child & Youth Services office. As a concurrent resolution, it has no legal force but serves to honor military-connected youth through official state recognition.

Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution (HCR 75) formally congratulates the 2025 Essex High School Hornets girls’ gymnastics team for winning their second consecutive Vermont state championship. It specifically acknowledges their victory while honoring Head Coach Mary Savage, who was absent due to childbirth during the championship meet, with Assistant Coach Anna Charland leading the team. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Essex High School. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding effect or policy changes beyond expressing legislative recognition.

Maddy summaryHCR 60 is a ceremonial resolution designating March 25, 2025, as Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Day at the Vermont State House. It formally recognizes advocates and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who will visit the State House that day to discuss service needs. The resolution has no policy or funding changes - it simply designates a day for acknowledgment and directs the Secretary of State to share the resolution with advocacy groups present. This is a symbolic gesture, not a substantive legislative action.

Maddy summaryHCR 54 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Thomas Paul Salmon, a former Vermont Representative, Governor (75th), and Interim University of Vermont President. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's condolences to his family following his death on January 14, 2025, and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to them. It commemorates his career, including his two terms as governor (1972-1978) and his six-year tenure as UVM Interim President. As a non-binding memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents.

Maddy summaryHCR 13 is a non-binding memorial resolution honoring Robert Louis Picher, the former Clerk of the Vermont House of Representatives. It commemorates his 30 years of service (1963-1993, plus 2002 acting role), military career, legal background, and community contributions. The resolution expresses the Vermont General Assembly’s condolences to his family and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to them. This is purely ceremonial with no policy changes or affected constituents.

Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution (HCR 46) is a ceremonial tribute congratulating the Essex High School Hornets girls’ volleyball team for winning their fourth consecutive Vermont state championship. It specifically recognizes the team’s undefeated 2024 season, championship victory over Bellows Free Academy-St. Albans, and 68-game winning streak. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the tribute to Essex High School, with no policy changes or funding involved. As a non-binding resolution, it solely serves to honor the team, players, coaches, and school community.

Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution (HCR 45) formally congratulates the 2025 Essex High School Hornets Division I boys’ indoor track and field team for winning their second consecutive state championship. It directly recognizes the team’s specific achievements, including multiple individual records and a team score of 130-112 over St. Johnsbury Academy. The resolution’s sole mechanism is directing the Secretary of State to send a copy to Essex High School, as it is a procedural acknowledgment with no policy or funding changes. This is a purely ceremonial resolution, not a legislative act with substantive effects.

Maddy summaryHCR 48 is a ceremonial resolution honoring former Vermont House Representative Curt McCormack of Burlington, who died in September 2024. It recognizes his environmental advocacy (including pioneering work on chlorofluorocarbon limits), transportation leadership (as Bicycle-Pedestrian Coordinator and House Transportation Committee Chair), and service as a Peace Corps volunteer in Senegal. The resolution extends condolences to his family and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to them. This procedural resolution does not create policy changes or affect any constituents.

Maddy summaryH.407 protects Vermont farmers from nuisance lawsuits by establishing that agricultural activities generally do not constitute a nuisance if they follow "generally accepted agricultural practices." This applies to routine farm operations like crop cultivation, livestock management, and equipment use, directly affecting farmers and neighboring property owners who might otherwise file lawsuits. The bill requires parties to attempt mediation before filing a lawsuit and excludes protection if negligence or violations of water quality rules occur. It also ensures protection continues through ownership changes, farm method shifts, or temporary operational pauses (up to 10 years), preserving farm continuity.