Rep. Tom Stevens

Maddy summaryThis House concurrent resolution honors former President James Earl Carter as a tireless international humanitarian and public servant. The bill recognizes his post-presidential work, including conflict mediation, election monitoring, disease eradication efforts, and advocacy for affordable housing through Habitat for Humanity. It acknowledges his receipt of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize and his decision to enter hospice care. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to former President Carter.

Maddy summaryThis bill officially recognizes March 2023 as Social Work Month in Vermont to honor the contributions of social workers to improving human well-being and addressing social issues. The resolution highlights the profession's role in various settings including schools, hospitals, and government agencies, as well as its work supporting diverse communities and addressing challenges like the opioid crisis. It marks the 60th anniversary of Social Work Month and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the National Association of Social Workers Vermont Chapter.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors Chris Rivers for his 33-year career as the Music Department Chair at Harwood Union Middle and High School. It recognizes his contributions to music education, including his leadership of school bands, development of private lesson programs, and teaching of music theory and rock history. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Rivers as a formal acknowledgment of his work. This measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as an official tribute to his professional achievements.

Maddy summaryThis House concurrent resolution formally honors Bruce Sklar, a jazz teacher at Harwood Union Middle and High School in Vermont. The bill recognizes his contributions to developing school jazz programs and his impact on students' musical and intellectual growth. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Sklar as a formal acknowledgment of his service. This is a ceremonial measure that does not create new laws or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill commemorates the 25th anniversary of Vermont's Downtown Program and designates March 22, 2023 as Downtown Day at the State House. It recognizes the program's role in supporting downtown development through tax incentives and financial assistance to designated districts. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies to the Downtown Coalition and the Vermont Downtown Development Board. This is a ceremonial measure that acknowledges past investments and contributions without changing existing laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution honoring Marshall Webb, a nonprofit cofounder and environmental advocate who passed away in 2022. It recognizes his contributions to Shelburne Farms, a Vermont center for sustainability education, and acknowledges his personal connection to the organization and the state. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to Webb's family and Shelburne Farms as a formal expression of appreciation. This measure does not change laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge Webb's legacy and impact on the community.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the Governor's Institutes of Vermont on their 40th anniversary. It does not create new laws or change any policies but serves to formally recognize the organization's long history of providing educational opportunities for young Vermonters. The resolution acknowledges the institute's mission of offering diverse learning programs in areas like arts, science, and technology to students across the state. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the institute's executive director as a formal record of the legislature's appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors former Waterbury Municipal Manager William Shepeluk for his 34-year career in public service. It recognizes his administrative achievements, including financial improvements, infrastructure projects, and the town-village merger, along with his leadership roles in state municipal organizations. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to Shepeluk and the Waterbury Town Clerk.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the Vermont Housing and Conservation Board on its 35th anniversary. It does not create new laws or change any policies but instead formally recognizes the Board's past achievements in preserving land, housing, and historic properties. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the Board as a gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a public prekindergarten education program in Vermont, making full-day early education available to three- and four-year-old children and five-year-olds not yet in kindergarten. It creates a new Department of Economic Empowerment by reorganizing the Department for Children and Families, adds a second Deputy Secretary to the Agency of Education with specific qualifications, and provides property tax exemptions for child care providers. The legislation also expands eligibility and payment rates for the Child Care Financial Assistance Program, creates a new Noncitizen Child Care Assistance Program, and introduces grants to support child care workforce retention.