Rep. Monique Priestley

Maddy summaryThis bill designates April 2026 as the Month of the Military Child in Vermont to honor the children of military service members. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the Vermont National Guard Office of Child & Youth Services. The measure serves as a formal recognition rather than implementing new programs or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that celebrates the economic value of Vermont's tourism industry and designates April 16, 2026, as Tourism Economy Day at the State House. It highlights statistics such as the industry's $4.2 billion impact and its role in providing jobs across the state, while also emphasizing the importance of welcoming visitors from diverse backgrounds. The measure directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the Vermont Chamber of Commerce and Ski Vermont, acknowledging these organizations' roles in the sector. As a non-binding concurrent resolution, it does not change laws or allocate funds but serves to formally recognize the significance of the visitor economy.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the winning teams of the 18th annual Jr Iron Chef VT culinary competition. It recognizes the achievements of middle school and high school students who competed using Vermont ingredients and highlights specific award winners for creativity, teamwork, and taste. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to each winning team and Vermont Afterschool. This measure does not create new laws or funding but serves to honor the participants and promote the state's Farm to School initiative.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates Vermont-associated athletes who won medals at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. It specifically recognizes six Vermont residents or alumni who won seven U.S. medals, including Ryan Cochran-Siegle, Jessie Diggins, Mac Forehand, Ben Ogden, Paula Moltzan, and Mikaela Shiffrin. The resolution highlights their achievements and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to each honored athlete. This is a ceremonial measure that acknowledges the accomplishments of Vermont athletes without changing any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (VABVI) on its 100th anniversary. It recognizes the organization's long history of advocating for and providing support services to Vermonters who are blind or visually impaired. The resolution notes that VABVI was founded in 1926 after Helen Keller's advocacy and has worked in partnership with the state to improve lives for over a century. The only action required is for the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the organization.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that designates April 2026 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month in Vermont and honors Prevent Child Abuse Vermont for its 50 years of community service. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but instead formally acknowledges the organization's work in preventing child abuse through family support programs and community partnerships. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Prevent Child Abuse Vermont as official recognition. This type of bill is non-binding and serves primarily to express legislative appreciation rather than to implement specific regulatory changes.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution reaffirms the friendship between Vermont and Taiwan on the 27th anniversary of their sister-state partnership and calls for stronger bilateral ties. The bill highlights existing economic benefits, such as Vermont's significant trade with Taiwan, and supports future cooperation in areas like business, education, and Mandarin language teaching. Additionally, the resolution advocates for Taiwan's participation in international organizations, citing its contributions to global efforts in aviation, health, and climate change. Finally, it directs the Clerk of the House to send copies of the document to various state and national officials, including the President of the United States and the President of Taiwan.

Maddy summaryThis bill reaffirms the friendship between Vermont and Taiwan and supports stronger bilateral ties between the two regions. It highlights existing cooperation such as trade agreements and driver's license reciprocity while proposing the establishment of a Vermont trade office in Taiwan to further enhance economic and educational exchanges. The resolution also expresses support for Taiwan's participation in international organizations, citing relevant U.S. laws that permit such engagement. The document serves as a formal statement of support rather than creating new legal obligations, and it directs copies to relevant state and federal officials.

Maddy summaryHCR 170 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating Robert Kilburn of Fair Haven on winning the 2024 Ken Schrader Real Racer of the Year Award. It formally recognizes Kilburn's achievements in regional motorsports, including his racing debut at age 57.5 and his 2018 victory at Bear Ridge Speedway, as noted in the resolution's "Whereas" clauses. The resolution has no policy impact; it directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Kilburn. This is a non-binding gesture of appreciation, not a legislative action.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution that honors the Vermont nonprofit sector and acknowledges the support it receives from Common Good Vermont. It recognizes the vital role nonprofits play in providing essential services like healthcare, education, and housing while contributing significantly to the state's economy. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this acknowledgment to Common Good Vermont, the organization that advocates for and supports nonprofit groups in the state.