Rep. John Bartholomew

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

Primary H 119

Introduced · Vermont House · Lead sponsor

An act relating to excessive motor vehicle noise

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits operating motor vehicles with inadequate or modified exhaust systems, such as those lacking interior baffles, gutted mufflers, or amplification devices, on Vermont highways. It directly affects vehicle owners and drivers by requiring their vehicles to meet specific mechanical noise standards. The law allows exceptions for vehicles used in authorized public racing or speed demonstrations and prevents non-compliant vehicles from passing state inspections. Violations carry escalating civil penalties ranging from $100 for a first offense to $350 for subsequent violations, with the changes taking effect on July 1, 2023.

TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by prohibiting vehicles with inadequate exhaust systems, reducing noise pollution and ensuring compliance with mechanical standards on highways.85% confidence

Introduced Jan 26, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor H 101

Introduced · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

An act relating to transportation initiatives to reduce carbon emissions

Maddy summaryThis bill directs Vermont's Agency of Transportation to develop a funding plan for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and expanding access to efficient, low-cost transportation options. It establishes a working group to study regional climate initiatives and implements a self-funded fee system that charges higher fees for less efficient vehicles while rebating funds to owners of more efficient cars. The legislation also allocates money for electric vehicle incentives, e-bike programs, public transit improvements, and infrastructure updates, while requiring the agency to work with Amtrak and provide training on complete streets design to municipalities.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes self-funded fee system and allocates money for transportation initiatives, advancing state budget goals through targeted funding mechanisms.85% confidence EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes energy efficiency through vehicle fees and rebates, funds electric vehicle incentives, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions, directly supporting clean energy and efficiency goals.90% confidence EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directly addresses carbon emissions reduction, funds efficient transportation, and implements fees to discourage inefficient vehicles while promoting clean energy options.95% confidence TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes funding plan, working group, and fee system to expand efficient transportation options and reduce emissions95% confidence

Introduced Jan 25, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 96

Introduced · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

An act relating to affordably meeting the mandated greenhouse gas reductions for the thermal sector through electrification, decarbonization, efficiency, and weatherization measures

Maddy summaryThis bill creates the Affordable Heat Act, which establishes a Clean Heat Standard to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from heating in Vermont's residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. The program requires energy companies and heating fuel sellers to earn tradeable clean heat credits by delivering low-carbon heating technologies, efficiency improvements, or weatherization services to customers. The Public Utility Commission will manage the credit system and ensure the program protects low-income households and minimizes costs for all energy users.

EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes clean heat technologies, energy efficiency, and decarbonization to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in heating sectors.95% confidence EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes Clean Heat Standard to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through electrification, decarbonization, and efficiency measures, directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence HousingSupports HousingBill promotes energy efficiency and weatherization in residential sectors, which can reduce housing costs and improve housing quality for residents.75% confidence

Introduced Jan 24, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 244

Signed into law · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

An act relating to authorizing the natural organic reduction of human remains

Signed into law May 12, 2022 1 co-sponsor

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

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

Primary HCR 144

Passed · Vermont House · Lead sponsor

House concurrent resolution congratulating Blake Hill Preserves’ owners Vicki Allard and Joe Hanglin on being named the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2022 Vermont Small Business Persons of the Year

Passed Apr 29, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HCR 145

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution recognizing June 27, 2022 as Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day in Vermont

Passed Apr 22, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track