Sen. Phil Baruth

Maddy summaryHCR 178 is a ceremonial resolution honoring former Vermont State Senator William H. Carris of Wells. It commemorates his life and service, including his career as a business leader (founder of Carris Reels, which implemented an employee stock ownership plan), his philanthropy, and his three terms in the Vermont Senate (2006-2016). The resolution extends the General Assembly's sympathy to his family and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to them. As a non-binding tribute, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents or legislation.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution adjusts Vermont's legislative schedule by requiring the Senate and House to adjourn on Friday, February 20, 2026, and reconvene no later than Tuesday, February 24, 2026. It directly affects the timing of legislative sessions for Vermont's senators and representatives. The resolution only changes the calendar for session dates and does not alter any policy or law. It is a procedural adjustment with no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summaryHCR 196 is a ceremonial resolution honoring U.S. Army Major General Gregory Knight, Vermont's Adjutant and Inspector General, for his 43-year military and public service career. It formally commends his service - including deployments to Iraq, academic achievements, leadership in the Vermont National Guard, and his seven-year tenure as the state's top military officer - and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to him and the Vermont National Guard. This resolution does not create new laws or affect policy; it is a symbolic gesture of recognition. The bill was offered by all members of both the House and Senate.

Maddy summaryThis Vermont joint resolution (JRS 37) expresses legislative support for gender equality in Olympic Nordic combined competition. It specifically urges the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to include women in this sport, noting that women like Vermonter Tara Geraghty-Moats have competed successfully in non-Olympic events but were excluded from the Olympics, leading some athletes to switch sports. The resolution directs Vermont's Secretary of State to send a copy to the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS), Nordic Combined USA, and the IOC. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws but aligns Vermont with international advocacy efforts for the sport's inclusion of women in the 2026 Winter Olympics and beyond.

Maddy summaryJRS 40 is a procedural joint resolution that adjusts the Vermont legislative schedule. It directs the Senate and House to adjourn on Friday, February 13, 2026, and reconvene no later than Tuesday, February 17, 2026, skipping the weekend. This resolution directly affects the Vermont General Assembly's calendar for that specific session period.

Maddy summaryThis House Concurrent Resolution designates February 11, 2026, as "Disability Advocacy Day" at the Vermont State House. It recognizes the work of disability rights groups like the Vermont Coalition for Disability Rights (VCDR) and highlights ongoing challenges such as educational disparities and barriers in employment, housing, and transportation faced by Vermonters with disabilities. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but formally acknowledges these issues and the contributions of people with disabilities. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to VCDR.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (not a law) setting the Vermont legislature's schedule. It directs both chambers to adjourn on Friday, February 6, 2026, and reconvene no later than Tuesday, February 10, 2026, avoiding a weekend break. It directly affects the legislative calendar but does not change any laws or policies. This type of resolution is common for managing session timing.

Maddy summaryVermont's Senate resolution SR 21 condemns the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens (Renée Good and Alex Pretti) by federal agents during ICE's Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota. It demands the President immediately suspend the operation, reset immigration enforcement to target only serious criminals, and prioritize constitutional rights. The resolution urges Vermont's congressional delegation to oppose further ICE funding unless reforms include ending militarized tactics, restoring due process, and creating fair pathways to legal status. It also affirms constitutional protections against unreasonable searches and lethal force without legal accountability. The resolution is a non-binding call for federal action, not a law.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HCR 185) congratulating the Colchester Majors’ Division I Little League Baseball team on winning the 2025 Vermont championship. It formally recognizes the team’s achievement and players (including specific names listed in the resolution) and their coaches, without creating any new laws or policy changes. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the team, serving only as a symbolic gesture of legislative recognition. As a non-binding concurrent resolution, it has no legal effect or direct impact beyond honoring the team.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution formally congratulates the 2025 Colchester Little League Minors baseball team for winning the 8-10 age bracket State Championship. It specifically recognizes their victory over Bennington (7-1 final score) and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the team. The resolution has no legal effect or policy impact - it is purely ceremonial recognition of the team's athletic achievement.