Rep. Ian Goodnow

Maddy summaryThis bill expands Vermont's animal cruelty laws to explicitly include sexual conduct with animals as a punishable offense. It defines "sexual conduct" broadly (e.g., touching an animal's sex organs, inserting objects, or filming such acts without veterinary purpose) and adds new aggravated cruelty provisions when minors are involved. Convicted individuals face mandatory animal possession bans for at least five years and may be required to pay for animal care costs incurred during investigations. Penalties range from up to one year in jail or $2,000 fines for standard cruelty to up to five years in jail or $5,000 fines for aggravated offenses involving sexual conduct.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that honors Representative Kevin "Coach" Christie of Hartford for his civic leadership and extends best wishes for his future. It recognizes his long history of public service, including his work as an educator, his role on the Hartford School Board, and his legislative focus on education and social equity. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Representative Christie.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors the life and public service of former Representative Francis Matthew "Topper" McFaun. It recognizes his long career in Vermont, which included roles in the executive branch, local government, and coaching, as well as his nearly 11 years serving in the House of Representatives. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions to the community and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to him.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that honors the memory of Terje Anderson, a gay rights advocate and political activist who passed away in 2026. It recognizes his significant contributions to social justice, including his leadership roles in AIDS service organizations and his service as chair of the Vermont Democratic Party. The resolution formally expresses the General Assembly's condolences to Anderson's family and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to his survivors and the Vermont Democratic Party.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that expresses the General Assembly's best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery to Representative Anne Donahue. It directly affects Representative Donahue, who recently suffered a brain aneurysm but is recovering well as of March 2026. The resolution highlights her long-standing contributions to mental health care, including her work on the Vermont Psychiatric Care Hospital and efforts to address historical injustices related to eugenics. Additionally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Representative Donahue.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Vermont General Assembly to officially recognize May 2026 as National Foster Care Month within the state. It does not create new laws or change how foster care is administered, but rather serves to honor the work of foster families and raise awareness about the foster care system. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the Department for Children and Families.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the 2026 Brattleboro Union High School mock trial team for winning first place at the Vermont Mock Trial Competition. It recognizes the students' success in a simulated courtroom exercise where they practiced legal skills such as drafting arguments and questioning witnesses based on a fictional criminal case. The resolution lists the names of the participating students, coaches, and advisors to formally acknowledge their achievement. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this congratulatory message to the high school.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that celebrates the 75th anniversary of Marlboro Music, a prominent chamber music school and performance venue in Vermont. It recognizes the institution's historical significance, its role in training professional musicians, and its contribution to the state's creative economy. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Marlboro Music as a formal acknowledgment of the milestone.

Maddy summaryThis Senate concurrent resolution honors the life and service of former Washington County Senator Mary Just Skinner. It formally expresses the General Assembly's condolences to her family following her unexpected death in January 2026. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to her family as a gesture of respect.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors Dennis Miles, the General Assembly Doorkeeper, for his long service to the Vermont legislature and its staff. It recognizes his 41-year career as an educator and coach before he joined the General Assembly in 2014, where he has managed building security and mentored legislative pages for over a dozen years. The resolution formally acknowledges his dedication and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to him as a gesture of appreciation.