Sen. Ann Cummings

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a state-funded program to provide medical debt relief for eligible Vermont residents. It appropriates $1 million to contract with a nonprofit entity to acquire and abolish qualifying medical debts, ensuring these debts are removed from individuals' credit reports. The legislation also prohibits credit reporting agencies, large healthcare facilities, and medical debt collectors from reporting medical debt information. Furthermore, large healthcare facilities are restricted from selling medical debt unless it is to a nonprofit for the express purpose of debt abolition. Finally, the bill clarifies the definition of "behavioral health" in state statutes to avoid stigmatization.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 11 (SR 11) is a resolution from the Vermont Senate that acknowledges and supports the historic and productive relationships between the United States, Vermont, and Canada. The resolution formally urges President Trump to remove all tariffs he has imposed on Canadian imports and to refrain from implementing any new tariffs. It also directs the Vermont Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to relevant state, national, and Canadian officials.

Maddy summaryHCR 112 is a House concurrent resolution congratulating Capital City Concerts and its founder, Karen Kevra, for 25 years of providing classical music performances and cultural programs in central Vermont. The resolution acknowledges their contributions to the arts and community.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution (JRS 15) is a symbolic statement of support for Vermont's transgender and non-binary community, not a new law. It reaffirms Vermont's existing commitments to anti-discrimination protections in areas like employment, housing, and healthcare, as well as its policies allowing gender marker changes on vital records and protecting gender-affirming care. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to the Pride Center of Vermont and Outright Vermont. It does not create new legal obligations or alter current policies.

Maddy summaryThis resolution congratulates Caitlin MacLeod-Bluver of Winooski High School on her selection as the 2025 Vermont Teacher of the Year. It also recognizes Jeremy DeMink of Edmunds Middle School and Sonya Shedd of Wolcott Elementary School as Distinguished Finalists for the award.

Maddy summaryHCR 127 is a concurrent resolution that commemorates the 25th anniversary of Act 91 of 2000, which made Vermont the first state to legalize civil unions. It acknowledges the historical significance of this act and the individuals involved in its enactment. The resolution also directs the Secretary of State to send copies to the plaintiffs and attorneys of the Baker v. State case, the Pride Center of Vermont, and Outright Vermont.

Maddy summaryBill S 30 updates and reorganizes health insurance statutes in Vermont, primarily affecting health insurance policyholders and insurers. The bill establishes that, after three years from a policy's issue date, insurance companies generally cannot void the policy or deny claims based on applicant misstatements, unless those misstatements were fraudulent. Additionally, claims cannot be reduced or denied after three years due to pre-existing conditions not specifically excluded from coverage. This act also includes provisions for an "incontestable" clause in certain policies. The changes outlined in this act will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 12 (SR 12) is a Vermont Senate resolution that reaffirms the friendship between the State of Vermont and Taiwan. It expresses support for enhanced bilateral relations, including potential trade and educational cooperation, and advocates for Taiwan's participation in international organizations. As a resolution, it states the Senate's position rather than enacting new laws.

Maddy summaryVermont's Senate passed Resolution SR 13 to formally object to the arrest and detention of Mohsen Mahdawi, a White River Junction resident and U.S. green card holder with a decade-long permanent residency. The resolution demands that U.S. immigration authorities afford Mahdawi due process and release him immediately, citing his arrest while en route to a citizenship interview without explanation. It directs Vermont's Senate Secretary to send the resolution to the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, ICE leadership, and Vermont's congressional delegation. As a symbolic resolution, it does not change laws but expresses the state's position on this specific case.

Maddy summaryThis resolution congratulates the 2025 Montpelier High School Solons Division II girls’ Nordic ski team for winning their championship. It also directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Montpelier High School.