Rep. Kevin Christie

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes May 2024 as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month in Vermont. It acknowledges the historical contributions and achievements of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans while also highlighting the discrimination they have faced, including exclusionary laws and internment during World War II. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Asian Cultural Center of Vermont for awareness purposes. This is a ceremonial measure that does not change laws or policies but serves to honor and celebrate this community's heritage.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the Boys & Girls Clubs of Vermont's 2024 Youth of the Year honorees and designates April 4, 2024 as Boys & Girls Club Day at the State House. The resolution recognizes Braden Howe from Brattleboro and Henry Tornwini from Burlington, who were selected for their achievements and community contributions. It directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to the honored youth, serving as an official acknowledgment of their accomplishments. This type of measure does not change laws or policies but instead provides formal recognition and public appreciation for the individuals and organization involved.

Maddy summaryThis House concurrent resolution celebrates the 50th anniversary of the National Conference of State Legislatures, an organization founded in 1975 that supports state and territorial legislators and their staff. The resolution recognizes the group's role in advancing state legislative effectiveness, fostering cooperation between states, and providing a unified voice for state legislatures in the federal system. It directs the Vermont Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the National Conference of State Legislatures. The measure is a commemorative action with no policy changes or budgetary impact.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates the 2023 Hartford High School Hurricanes boys' golf team for winning the Vermont Division II state championship. The resolution recognizes the team's achievements, including their victory at the Basin Harbor Club in Vergennes despite challenges from a July 2023 flood that temporarily closed their usual practice course. It specifically names the seven team members and their coaching staff who contributed to the team's success. The General Assembly directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this resolution to Hartford High School.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates the 2023 Hartford High School Hurricanes Division II championship field hockey team. It recognizes the team's 14-2 season record and their victory in the state championship game against the Woodstock Wasps, where they won 2-0. The resolution specifically acknowledges the individual players and coaching staff who contributed to the team's success. The General Assembly directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this resolution to Hartford High School.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the 2024 Hartford High School Hurricanes boys' indoor track and field team for winning the Division II state championship in Vermont. It recognizes the team's specific achievements at the competition, including their relay victories and individual placements in various events. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Hartford High School as a formal acknowledgment of their accomplishment.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution congratulates the 2024 Hartford High School Hurricanes girls' ice hockey team for winning the Division II state championship. The document recognizes the team's historic achievement as they became the first in the program's 30-year history to win the state title, overcoming a challenging season with a young roster. The resolution highlights the team's 5-3 victory over Missisquoi Valley Union High School, which set a new record for the highest score in a girls' ice hockey state championship. The General Assembly directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this recognition to Hartford High School.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates the 2024 Hartford High School Hurricanes boys' ice hockey team on winning the Division II state championship. The resolution recognizes the team's 3-1 victory over Colchester High School and acknowledges the coaching staff and individual players who contributed to the school's first title since 2009. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Hartford High School as an official record of the General Assembly's congratulations.

Maddy summaryThis House concurrent resolution honors Michael Gonneville, a physical education instructor at Northfield Elementary School in Vermont, for his 46 years of teaching and for creating the school's Walking Wednesdays program. The resolution recognizes Gonneville's role in establishing a walking-to-school initiative that has continued for 17 years, connecting students, families, and community members in a mile-long walk from Norwich University to the school. It also acknowledges the program's special tradition where students recite the Pledge of Allegiance with veterans at The Veterans' Place Inc. during their weekly walk. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies to Gonneville, the school principal, and the supervisory union superintendent.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution commemorates Vermont's April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse, a rare astronomical event visible across much of the state. It officially recognizes the historic nature of the eclipse, noting that the last total solar eclipse visible in Vermont occurred nearly a century ago in 1932. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the Vermont Space Grant Consortium and the Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium, which are partners in educating the public about the event. This ceremonial measure serves to acknowledge the significance of the eclipse for Vermont residents and visitors rather than to change any laws or policies.