Rep. Mary Howard

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 honors three Vermont youth nominated for the 2026 Boys & Girls Clubs of America Vermont Youth of the Year award. It recognizes Abdille, Luke, and Tyler, who represent the Burlington, Brattleboro, and Rutland local clubs respectively. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to each of the three nominees. This legislative action serves as a formal acknowledgment of their achievements and potential as community leaders.

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 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.

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 summaryThis bill designates March 2026 as Athletic Trainers' Month in Vermont to raise public awareness of the profession. It directly affects athletic trainers who work in schools, healthcare facilities, and other organizations across the state. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the Vermont Association of Athletic Trainers. No new laws or funding are created; the measure serves as a commemorative designation to highlight the role of athletic trainers in healthcare and injury prevention.

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 summaryH.919 would classify incarcerated individuals working under the Vermont Department of Corrections as temporary state employees for labor-related rights. This applies to anyone performing work "for, at the direction of, or under the supervision of" the Department. The bill grants these individuals access to wage and hour protections, workers’ compensation, unemployment insurance, and collective bargaining rights during their labor. It directly affects incarcerated people working in Vermont correctional facilities, changing their legal status for employment benefits without altering prison operations.