Rep. Michael Marcotte

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the 2023 North Country Union High School Falcons football team for winning the Division II state championship. It does not create new laws or change any policies but instead formally recognizes the team's athletic achievement and their first divisional title in 26 years. The resolution lists the players, coaches, and team manager who earned this honor and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the school. This type of legislative action serves to acknowledge local accomplishments without affecting government operations or public policy.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that honors the memory of former Vermont Representative Timothy Yeatman Hayward, who passed away in March 2024. The resolution extends condolences to Hayward's family and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to them. It acknowledges Hayward's background as a U.S. Marine, his career in banking and public service, and his long involvement in Vermont politics and community leadership. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal expression of respect from the General Assembly.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that congratulates North Country Union High School Principal Christopher Young for receiving the 2024 Advocacy Champion of the Year award from the National Association of Secondary School Principals. The resolution recognizes Young's work as Vermont's coordinator for the national organization and his contributions to public education policy discussions at federal, state, and local levels. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Principal Young and his school. This is a ceremonial document honoring an individual's professional achievement rather than creating new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates April 18, 2024, as USS VERMONT (SSN 792) Day in Vermont to honor the submarine that was commissioned on that date in 2020. The resolution recognizes the vessel as the third U.S. naval ship named after Vermont and acknowledges the crew's service with Hawaii as their home port. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the submarine and its support group. This is a commemorative measure with no regulatory or funding implications.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates businesses and organizations in Vermont that received the 2023 Spirit of the ADA Award for their efforts in hiring and accommodating people with disabilities. It recognizes ten specific recipients, including Junction Arts Media, Ethan Allen, and the University of Vermont Medical Center, for creating accessible workplaces and inclusive employment practices. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to the Governor's Committee on the Employment of People with Disabilities and each award recipient. This measure does not change any laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of these organizations in promoting equal opportunity for people with disabilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates April 11, 2024, as Tourism Economy Day at the Vermont State House to recognize the state's tourism industry. It directly affects tourism-related businesses, workers in the hospitality sector, and organizations involved in promoting Vermont as a travel destination. The resolution includes a ceremonial reading and directs the Secretary of State to send copies to tourism officials and industry partners. The measure highlights tourism's economic contributions, such as job creation and tax revenue, without creating new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis House concurrent resolution honors Michael Gonneville, a physical education instructor at Northfield Elementary School in Vermont, for his 46 years of teaching and for creating the school's Walking Wednesdays program. The resolution recognizes Gonneville's role in establishing a walking-to-school initiative that has continued for 17 years, connecting students, families, and community members in a mile-long walk from Norwich University to the school. It also acknowledges the program's special tradition where students recite the Pledge of Allegiance with veterans at The Veterans' Place Inc. during their weekly walk. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies to Gonneville, the school principal, and the supervisory union superintendent.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors Steve Mason, a former member of the Lowell School Board and North Country Supervisory Union Board in Vermont. It recognizes his 19-year chairmanship of the Lowell School Board and eight years on the supervisory union board for his leadership and commitment to education. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Mason as a formal acknowledgment of his service. This type of bill does not change laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge an individual's contributions to their community.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a memorial resolution honoring Honoree Fleming, a former Dean of Education at Castleton State College who was tragically killed in 2023. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's sympathy to her family and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to her family, the Castleton Town Clerk, and the university president. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal acknowledgment of her life and contributions to education and science. The measure was adopted by both the House and Senate without requiring a vote on the main text.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors Sergeant at Arms Janet Miller for her service to the Vermont General Assembly. It recognizes her long career, which includes managing security, coordinating events, and overseeing the Legislative Council before she was elected to her current role five times. The resolution also acknowledges her specific contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic, including helping the legislature transition back to in-person meetings. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this honor to Janet Miller, who has announced her retirement effective March 1, 2024.