Sen. Thomas Chittenden

Co-sponsor SCR 2

Passed · Vermont Senate · Co-sponsor

Senate concurrent resolution honoring Helen Estroff of Montpelier for her outstanding public service in the executive branch, and as the Calendar Clerk of the Vermont Senate

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.

Passed Jan 20, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SCR 1

Passed · Vermont Senate · Co-sponsor

Senate concurrent resolution honoring Steven D. Marshall of Swanton for his exemplary service as the Assistant Secretary of the Senate

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.

Passed Jan 20, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 19

Introduced · Vermont Senate · Co-sponsor

An act relating to eliminating prohibitions and penalties on the purchase, use, and possession of tobacco products

Maddy summaryThis bill would remove state-level bans and penalties on the purchase, use, and possession of tobacco products in Vermont, including products like bidis and electronic cigarettes that contain nicotine. It updates legal definitions to clarify what counts as tobacco products and tobacco substitutes, ensuring consistency across state statutes. The legislation maintains existing age restrictions, prohibiting anyone under 21 from possessing, purchasing, or attempting to purchase tobacco products, while also keeping penalties for retailers who sell to minors. The bill includes provisions for compliance testing by the Division of Liquor Control and mandates annual reporting on enforcement efforts to relevant state committees.

Introduced Jan 18, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 10

Introduced · Vermont Senate · Lead sponsor

An act relating to the installation of water bottle filling stations in schools

Maddy summaryThis bill requires public schools and regional career and technical education centers in Vermont to install water bottle filling stations in new buildings or during major renovations. The law applies to construction projects starting on or after July 1, 2023, and defines major renovations as projects costing $500,000 or more or those involving substantial plumbing work. Schools must provide at least one station for every 200 people, ensure each floor has access to a station, and place them near high-traffic areas like cafeterias and gyms. The bill also mandates that these stations dispense clean, filtered water and allows students and staff to bring reusable water bottles made of durable materials with spill-proof lids.

EducationSupports EducationBill improves school infrastructure by requiring water bottle filling stations, enhancing student health and wellness in educational facilities.85% confidence EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates water bottle filling stations in schools to reduce plastic waste and encourage reusable bottle use, directly supporting environmental protection and conservation goals.90% confidence

Introduced Jan 10, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 188

Signed into law · Vermont Senate · Co-sponsor

An act relating to regulating licensed small cannabis cultivation as farming

Signed into law May 12, 2022 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor S 90

Signed into law · Vermont Senate · Co-sponsor

An act relating to establishing an amyotrophic lateral sclerosis registry

Signed into law May 12, 2022 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SR 26

Passed · Vermont Senate · Co-sponsor

Senate resolution urging the Vermont Congressional Delegation to introduce and pursue the enactment of legislation authorizing permanent U.S. residency eligibility for the more than 800 international victims of the Vermont EB-5 scandal

Passed May 11, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 160

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution honoring the General Assembly’s venerable head doorkeeper, Cornelius F. Reed Jr. of Wolcott

Passed May 10, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SCR 20

Passed · Vermont Senate · Co-sponsor

Senate concurrent resolution congratulating the Vermont Spring Open Studio Weekend on its 30th anniversary

Passed May 9, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 103

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2021 class of Eagle Scouts in the State of Vermont

Passed May 5, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track