Rep. Tom Burditt

Co-sponsor HCR 11

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution designating January 23–27, 2023 as the first annual Holocaust Education Week in Vermont

Maddy summaryThis bill designates January 23-27, 2023, as the first annual Holocaust Education Week in Vermont. It directly affects Vermont schools and educational institutions by establishing a formal period for Holocaust education activities. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to the Vermont Holocaust Memorial and the Agency of Education to facilitate the event. This commemorative measure recognizes the historical significance of the Holocaust and aims to increase awareness through organized educational programming during the designated week.

EducationSupports EducationBill designates Holocaust Education Week in Vermont schools, directly advancing educational programming and curriculum90% confidence

Passed Jan 27, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 99

Introduced · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

An act relating to the Vermont National Guard Tuition Benefit Program

Maddy summaryThis bill expands the Vermont National Guard Tuition Benefit Program to include courses at out-of-state colleges that offer degree programs not available in Vermont. It directly affects Vermont National Guard members who wish to pursue education at institutions outside the state. The key provision allows eligible service members to use their tuition benefits at these non-Vermont schools approved for federal funding, with benefits calculated at the University of Vermont's in-state tuition rate. The change takes effect on July 1, 2023, and does not alter existing benefits for in-state institutions.

EducationSupports EducationBill expands tuition benefit program to out-of-state colleges, increasing educational access for National Guard members90% confidence VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands tuition benefits for Vermont National Guard members to out-of-state colleges, directly strengthening veteran education support.95% confidence

Introduced Jan 25, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary H 12

Introduced · Vermont House · Lead sponsor

An act relating to reducing the case backlog in the Criminal Division of the Superior Court

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Vermont Superior Court judges to dismiss certain low-level criminal cases to help clear a backlog of pending matters. Specifically, it permits dismissal of nonviolent misdemeanor cases where the defendant has followed release conditions for a time equal to the crime's maximum sentence, and fine-only misdemeanor cases where more than a year has passed since arraignment. The changes apply to cases already in the system, aiming to free up court resources for more serious crimes and reduce delays for all parties involved.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill reduces case backlog by dismissing low-level cases, freeing court resources for serious crimes and promoting efficiency in criminal justice system.85% confidence

Introduced Jan 5, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HCR 160

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution honoring the General Assembly’s venerable head doorkeeper, Cornelius F. Reed Jr. of Wolcott

Passed May 10, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary H 548

Passed · Vermont House · Lead sponsor

An act relating to miscellaneous cannabis establishment procedures

Passed May 9, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HCR 103

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2021 class of Eagle Scouts in the State of Vermont

Passed May 5, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 156

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month in Vermont

Passed May 5, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor JRH 18

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

Joint resolution relating to the Russian invasion of Ukraine

Passed May 4, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 157

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution honoring Vermont’s correctional personnel and recognizing National Correctional Officers Week in Vermont

Passed May 3, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HCR 159

Passed · Vermont House · Lead sponsor

House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2022 West Rutland High School Golden Horde Division IV girls’ basketball championship team

Passed May 2, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track