Sen. Philip Baruth

Maddy summaryThis Senate concurrent resolution honors Senator Robert A. Starr of the Orleans District for his decades of distinguished public service in Vermont. The document recognizes his long career in local government, including roles on the town zoning board, school board, and civil authority, as well as his extensive legislative service spanning over 45 years. It highlights his leadership on agricultural issues, particularly dairy farming, and his work supporting Vermont's farmland preservation efforts. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Senator Starr as an official acknowledgment of his contributions.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate concurrent resolution that honors Senator Richard McCormack for his dedicated service in the Vermont Senate. It recognizes his 35 years of representing the Windsor Senate District, his work as an environmentalist and educator, and his leadership roles including Senate Committee on Natural Resources and Energy Chair. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions to public service and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Senator McCormack. This type of legislative action serves as a formal recognition rather than creating new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution directs the Vermont legislature to adjourn on Friday, May 3, 2024, and reconvene no later than Tuesday, May 7, 2024. It directly affects the state Senate and House of Representatives by establishing specific dates for their weekend break. The measure is procedural, as it sets a schedule for legislative sessions rather than changing laws or policies. This resolution was adopted by both chambers to provide a structured weekend recess for lawmakers.

Maddy summaryThis proposal would add a new article to the Vermont Constitution guaranteeing employees the right to organize and collectively bargain with their employers. The amendment allows workers to form labor organizations to negotiate wages, hours, working conditions, and workplace safety protections. It also permits labor organizations to collect dues from members and prevents laws from interfering with collective bargaining agreements that require union membership as a condition of employment. If ratified by voters in November 2026, this change would establish a constitutional right to collective bargaining in Vermont.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution from Vermont reaffirms the strong friendship and bilateral relationships between the United States and Taiwan, as well as between the State of Vermont and Taiwan. The document highlights existing trade ties, noting that Taiwan is a major trading partner for both the U.S. and Vermont, and celebrates recent democratic developments in Taiwan. It also expresses support for Taiwan's participation in international organizations and encourages the establishment of a memorandum of understanding between Vermont and Taiwan to expand educational exchanges and cooperation. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to send copies to relevant U.S. and Taiwanese officials, but does not create any new laws or change existing policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the 2023 Green Mountain Council Class of Eagle Scouts in Vermont for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. It recognizes these young individuals for their dedication and service, noting that earning this rank is a significant accomplishment. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to each of the 50 scouts named in the text. This measure does not create new laws or policy changes but serves as a formal acknowledgment of their achievements.

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 directs the Vermont state legislature to adjourn on Friday, April 26, 2024, and reconvene no later than Tuesday, April 30, 2024. It directly affects the state's legislative body by setting a specific weekend break schedule for their sessions. The resolution establishes a procedural timeline for when lawmakers will pause and resume their duties during that particular week. This measure is a scheduling directive rather than a policy change, focusing solely on the operational calendar of the legislature.

Maddy summaryThis House concurrent resolution honors the professional achievements of child and victim advocate Sally Borden. It recognizes her decades of work supporting victims of criminal acts, domestic violence, and child abuse through leadership roles at organizations like KidSafe Collaborative in Vermont. The resolution formally acknowledges her career accomplishments and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Borden and her organization. This legislative action serves as a ceremonial tribute rather than changing any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Vermont General Assembly to adjourn on Friday, April 19, 2024, and reconvene no later than Tuesday, April 23, 2024. It applies to both the Senate and House of Representatives, ensuring a weekend break in legislative sessions. The measure establishes specific dates for when lawmakers must return to work after the Friday adjournment. This procedural resolution does not change laws or policies but sets the schedule for legislative operations during that period.