Sen. Jane Kitchel

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the 2022 St. Johnsbury Academy boys' cross-country team on winning their second consecutive Division I state championship. The resolution acknowledges the team's achievement of placing seven athletes in the top 20 at the state meet and names the eight student athletes and two coaches who contributed to the victory. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to St. Johnsbury Academy as an official record of the General Assembly's recognition. The measure does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a formal acknowledgment of athletic accomplishment.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally recognizes the economic importance of benefit corporations in Vermont. It acknowledges that these businesses aim to balance profit generation with positive societal impacts like environmental protection and community support. The resolution highlights Vermont's high number of benefit corporations per capita and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to Cabot Creamery and B Lab. This measure serves as an official acknowledgment rather than creating new laws or changing existing regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates August 31 as Overdose Awareness Day in Vermont to raise awareness about drug overdoses and honor those affected by them. The legislation requires the Vermont State flag to be flown at half-staff on all state-owned flagpoles each August 31 to mark the observance. It also adds these provisions to the state code and includes a clause that will repeal the designation in 2033. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2023, and is based on findings about rising opioid-related deaths in the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution honoring Marshall Webb, a nonprofit cofounder and environmental advocate who passed away in 2022. It recognizes his contributions to Shelburne Farms, a Vermont center for sustainability education, and acknowledges his personal connection to the organization and the state. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to Webb's family and Shelburne Farms as a formal expression of appreciation. This measure does not change laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge Webb's legacy and impact on the community.

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.

Maddy summaryThis Senate concurrent resolution honors Helen Estroff of Montpelier for her distinguished public service in the Vermont executive branch and her role as Calendar Clerk of the Vermont Senate. The document recognizes her 34-year career, which included positions in state financial oversight, higher education, and transportation, as well as her work ensuring legislative schedules were properly organized and printed. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Ms. Estroff as a formal acknowledgment of her contributions. This measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official commendation of her service.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate concurrent resolution that honors Steven D. Marshall of Swanton for his 35 years of service as the Assistant Secretary of the Vermont Senate. The resolution recognizes his professional contributions, including his role in the American Society of Legislative Clerks and Secretaries and his work on revisions to legislative procedure manuals. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Marshall as a formal acknowledgment of his exemplary service. This document serves as an official commendation rather than a law that creates new policies or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill schedules a joint meeting of the Senate and House of Representatives to hear the Governor's budget message. It requires both legislative chambers to convene on January 20, 2023, at one o'clock in the afternoon for this purpose. The resolution is a procedural measure that sets the date and time for the event without changing any laws or policies. It directly affects the legislative schedule and allows the Governor to present budget information to elected officials.