Sen. Jane Kitchel

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution congratulating the 2023 St. Johnsbury Academy Science Olympiad team for winning multiple medals in their state competition. It recognizes the team's dedication to STEM education and lists the specific events where they earned gold, silver, and bronze awards. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to St. Johnsbury Academy as an official acknowledgment of their achievements. This measure does not change any laws or policies but serves to honor the students and faculty involved in the competition.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes May 2023 as Jewish American Heritage Month in Vermont. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Jewish communities in the state. The measure acknowledges the historical contributions of Jewish Americans to Vermont and the nation, noting their early settlement and ongoing cultural significance. It does not change laws or policies but serves as a symbolic recognition of Jewish heritage and history.

Maddy summaryThis Senate concurrent resolution honors Vanessa Davison, a long-time staff member of the Vermont General Assembly, for her 45 years of dedicated service. The resolution recognizes her work ethic, professionalism, and contributions to legislative operations, including managing administrative tasks, operating early computer systems, and serving as Journal Clerk for over 30 years. It formally acknowledges her role in preparing Senate Journals and training her successor to ensure continued quality in legislative record-keeping. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to Davison as an official recognition of her retirement after concluding her career in the spring of 2023.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution congratulates Sophia R. Boyle Hall, a school nurse at Miller's Run School in Sheffield, Vermont, for receiving the 2022 State and national school nursing awards. The document recognizes her 42 years of service, leadership in the Vermont School Nurses Association, and receipt of the National Board for Certification of School Nurses' 2022 NCSN of the Year Award. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to Sophia Hall and her school, serving as an official acknowledgment of her professional achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands access to certain health care services in Vermont by requiring health insurance plans and Medicaid to cover gender-affirming and abortion-related services. It protects health care providers from professional disciplinary action or insurance premium increases when they provide legally protected health care activities. The legislation also allows pharmacists to prescribe emergency contraception, permits vending machines to dispense contraceptives at pharmacies and colleges, and restricts how pregnancy centers can advertise their services. Additionally, it limits when health information about these services can be shared and requires state agencies to track access to reproductive and gender-affirming care.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution expresses support for the ongoing resilience and growth of Abenaki communities in Vermont and encourages greater appreciation and respect for Abenaki culture throughout the year. The measure specifically highlights the historical context of discrimination against Indigenous people in Vermont, including state-sanctioned eugenics practices, and acknowledges recent legislative steps such as state recognition of specific Abenaki tribes, an official apology for past harms, and policies promoting cultural recognition. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to send a copy to the Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs and to each recognized Abenaki tribe and band. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal statement of legislative intent and solidarity.

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 Senate resolution reaffirms the friendship between Vermont and Taiwan and expresses support for strengthening bilateral relations between both U.S. and state levels. The measure highlights existing trade and cooperation, noting that Taiwan is Vermont's second-largest export destination and the two regions have established agreements like driver's license reciprocity. It specifically calls for establishing a memorandum of understanding to increase educational exchanges and cooperation between Vermont and Taiwan. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to send copies to relevant U.S. and Taiwanese officials, including the President and the Vermont Governor.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the 2023 St. Johnsbury Academy Hilltoppers Division I boys' indoor track and field team for winning the state championship. It recognizes the team's specific achievements, including first-place finishes in the 55-meter hurdles, 4x200 and 4x400 relays, and long jump, which contributed to a 147-122.5 victory over Essex High School. The resolution lists the names of the team members and coaches and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to St. Johnsbury Academy. This measure has no impact on laws or policy and serves only as an official acknowledgment of the team's accomplishment.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution designates April 18, 2023, as USS VERMONT Day in Vermont to honor the submarine and its crew. The bill formally recognizes the vessel, which was commissioned in 2020 and is the third U.S. Navy ship named after Vermont, and celebrates the service of its officers and enlisted personnel. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the USS VERMONT and its support group. This is a commemorative measure that does not change laws or policies but serves to acknowledge military service.