Maddy summaryThis bill defines and protects certain health care activities related to reproductive health and gender-affirming care from civil and criminal liability. It establishes that licensed health care providers in Vermont can legally offer these services to patients regardless of where the patient is located, as long as the services are permitted under Vermont law. The law also protects insurance coverage for these services and prohibits conversion therapy from being classified as gender-affirming care. The protections apply to the provision, prescription, distribution, and use of FDA-approved medications for pregnancy termination as of January 1, 2023. The bill became effective immediately upon passage and was signed into law by the Governor in May 2023.
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Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that honors Karen Horn of Moretown for her leadership in strengthening local government in Vermont. It recognizes her decades of work with the Vermont League of Cities and Towns, where she advised officials on municipal issues and helped secure transportation funding and tax authority for local governments. The resolution formally acknowledges her contributions to municipal policy and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to both Horn and the Vermont League of Cities and Towns.
Maddy summaryThis House resolution expresses support for Abenaki communities in Vermont and encourages greater appreciation of Abenaki culture during Abenaki Recognition and Heritage Week and throughout the year. The bill directly affects the Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs and the four state-recognized Abenaki tribes and bands by directing the House Clerk to send copies of the resolution to these entities. The resolution acknowledges past injustices, including state-sanctioned eugenics and sterilizations, and recognizes existing legislative efforts such as free hunting and fishing licenses for certified Native Americans and the establishment of a Truth and Reconciliation Commission. It serves as a formal statement of support rather than creating new policy requirements or funding allocations.
Maddy summaryThis bill honors Eugene Uman and Elsa Borrero for their 25 years of leadership at the Vermont Jazz Center and their artistic and educational achievements. It formally recognizes their work in transforming the center into a year-round jazz hub that offers performances, educational programs, and archival resources. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to the couple and the Vermont Jazz Center.
Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution formally congratulates individuals who achieved significant scouting milestones in 2022. It honors 35 young people who earned the Eagle Scout rank and one individual, Katherine Lewis, who received the Summit Award for Venturing. The General Assembly directs the Secretary of State to send copies of this recognition to each person named in the resolution. This ceremonial document acknowledges their accomplishments but does not create new laws or policy changes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates World Learning Inc. on its 90th anniversary. It recognizes the organization's long history of international educational programs, including its role in training Peace Corps volunteers and supporting refugee resettlement efforts. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to World Learning Inc. as a formal acknowledgment of its contributions. This type of bill does not change laws or policies but serves to honor the organization's achievements.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires Vermont public service employers, such as schools and libraries, to credit educators with at least 4.35 hours of work for every hour of classroom time when determining eligibility for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. It also mandates that these employers provide completed loan forgiveness certification forms to employees upon request, annually, or when they leave their jobs. Additionally, the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation must create and distribute educational materials to help eligible employees understand and access the loan forgiveness program. The law applies to qualifying public service employers designated by the U.S. Department of Education and does not require employees to work additional hours to receive payment.
Maddy summaryThis joint resolution officially recognizes March 31, 2023, as Transgender Day of Visibility in Vermont. It expresses the state's support for the rights of all transgender Vermonters and opposes any legislation that would restrict those rights regardless of age. The resolution does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal statement of support from the General Assembly. It directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to three LGBTQ+ organizations in Vermont.
Maddy summaryThis legislative bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates Cersosimo Industries Inc. on reaching its 75th anniversary. The document recognizes the company as a three-generation family business founded in 1947 that has grown into one of New England's largest producers of hardwood and pine lumber. It also acknowledges the company's diverse operations, which include construction, aggregate production, real estate, and mulch sales, along with its recent industry awards. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the company's president, Michael A. Cersosimo.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a paid family and medical leave insurance program in Vermont, allowing eligible employees to take time off work for specific life events while receiving wage replacement benefits. It directly affects workers employed by companies with at least 10 to 15 employees, depending on the type of leave, and defines covered situations including parental leave for birth or adoption, family leave for serious health conditions, bereavement leave, safe leave for domestic violence victims, and leave for military family members. The legislation sets clear definitions for who qualifies as an employee, employer, and family member, including provisions for domestic partners and individuals with significant personal bonds beyond traditional family relationships. Key provisions include requirements for employers to fund the insurance program and establish policies that allow workers to take approved leave without losing their jobs.