Maddy summaryHCR 113 is a House concurrent resolution that congratulates the winning middle and high school teams of the 2025 Jr Iron Chef VT competition. It recognizes their culinary achievements and promotes Vermont's Farm to School program.
Maddy summaryHCR 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.
Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 8 (HR 8) is a resolution from the Vermont House of Representatives expressing strong objection to the arrest and detention of Mohsen Mahdawi by U.S. immigration authorities. It advocates that Mr. Mahdawi, a U.S. permanent resident, be afforded due process under the law and immediately released from detention. Copies of the resolution are directed to be sent to the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Acting Director, and the Vermont Congressional Delegation.
Maddy summaryHouse Concurrent Resolution 56 designates April 18, 2025, as USS VERMONT (SSN 792) Day in Vermont. This resolution formally recognizes the U.S. submarine and its crew for their service and achievements.
Maddy summaryHCR 94 is a House concurrent resolution congratulating Tyler Riggs of Fletcher for being named Vermont's Outstanding Sawmill Operator 2024 by the Vermont Forest Products Association. It recognizes his leadership and contributions to the forest products industry.
Maddy summaryH 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.
Maddy summaryThis 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.
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 summaryThis 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.
Maddy summaryH.502 would change Vermont’s Public Records Act to allow public agencies to charge requesters the actual cost of staff time spent fulfilling record requests, rather than using a flat fee structure. This directly affects public agencies (like town offices or state departments) and individuals or organizations seeking public records. The key provision requires agencies to calculate and collect the precise cost of employee hours dedicated to processing each request. The bill does not alter the right to access public records but changes how fees for staff time are calculated and collected.
