Rep. Dave Bosch

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 formal recognition honoring Malik Hines, the director of operations at the Boys and Girls Club of Rutland County, for receiving a national award. It acknowledges his selection as one of 30 young professionals under 30 years old recognized by the National Afterschool Association for leadership and dedication in youth programs. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the award to Hines and his organization, serving as an official congratulatory message from the Vermont General Assembly.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates McNeil & Reedy, a men's clothing store in Rutland City, on its 70th anniversary of operation. The document recognizes the store's history, from its founding in 1956 to its current third-generation leadership under Casey McNeil, highlighting its evolution into a major suit and tuxedo rental provider in Vermont. The resolution formally acknowledges the business's longevity and contributions to the local retail community. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this recognition to the store.

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 summaryThis bill recognizes March 25, 2026, as National Medal of Honor Day in Vermont to honor the state's military history and Medal of Honor recipients. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the Green Mountain Submarine Veterans and the Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs. The resolution commemorates Vermont's 64 Medal of Honor recipients, including the youngest recipient, Willie Johnston, and acknowledges the significance of March 25 as the date the first medals were issued in 1863. This is a commemorative resolution that does not change laws or create new programs but serves to formally acknowledge the state's military heritage.

Maddy summaryH.649 regulates captive insurance companies and risk retention groups in Vermont. It bans risk retention groups from making loans or investments in their parent companies or affiliates (except existing arrangements before 2026) and revises reporting requirements. Captive insurance companies must now file annual financial reports by March 1 (or March 15 for specific types), using standardized accounting methods, while risk retention groups must submit annual and quarterly reports to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). The bill also requires certification statements for each "protected cell" within sponsored captive insurance companies. These changes directly affect Vermont-based captive insurers, risk retention groups, and their financial reporting obligations.

Maddy summaryThis bill welcomes the officers and crew of the U.S. submarine USS VERMONT (SSN 792) to the Vermont State House on March 17, 2026, and designates April 18, 2026, as USS VERMONT Day in the state. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the submarine's commanding officer and support group as an official acknowledgment. It recognizes the vessel's recent achievements, including its participation in the AUKUS security partnership and its completion of maintenance in Australia. The bill also notes that an information display about the submarine will be shown at the State House the day before the designated USS VERMONT Day.

Maddy summaryVermont's H 205 bill prohibits most noncompete agreements that restrict franchisees from operating their businesses after leaving a franchisor or employees from competing after leaving a job. It exempts agreements protecting trade secrets, reasonable nonsolicitation agreements (like preventing employee poaching), and noncompetes for employees earning $100,000+ annually (with a 3-day job offer notice requirement). The bill requires franchisors and employers to notify affected individuals that existing noncompete clauses are void and unenforceable. It takes effect on July 1, 2025, with specific exceptions for business sales, dissolutions, and severance agreements containing reasonable time, geographic, and scope limits.