Sen. Wendy Harrison

Maddy summaryHCR 131 is a House concurrent resolution that congratulates Westgate Housing Inc. of Brattleboro on its 25th anniversary. The resolution recognizes the nonprofit corporation's history as a resident-controlled affordable housing development that provides residents with input in the community's management.

Maddy summaryHCR 139 is a House concurrent resolution that congratulates the Brattleboro Area Farmers’ Market on its 50th anniversary. It acknowledges the market's history and role in the community since its establishment in 1975. The resolution directs the General Assembly to extend its congratulations and for the Secretary of State to send a copy to the market.

Maddy summaryHCR 123 is a House concurrent resolution that honors Shaun Murphy of Guilford. It recognizes his nearly quarter century of exemplary public service in educational governance, including his roles on the Brattleboro Union High School District 6 Board, Windham Southeast School District, Windham Southeast Supervisory Union Board, and Guilford School Board.

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 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 summaryHCR 83 is a House concurrent resolution that congratulates the 2024 Green Mountain Council Class of Eagle Scouts for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. It formally recognizes the dedication and accomplishment of 55 named individuals and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to each honored Eagle Scout and the Green Mountain Council.

Maddy summaryHCR 103 is a House concurrent resolution that commemorates the establishment of the Austine School for the Deaf collection and exhibit at the Vermont Historical Society Library in Barre. This resolution acknowledges the historical significance of the Austine School for the Deaf and its new exhibit, directing the Secretary of State to send copies to relevant parties.

Maddy summaryHCR 105 is a House concurrent resolution that officially recognizes April 19, 2025, as World Circus Day in Vermont. It celebrates the circus arts and Vermont's vibrant circus community, acknowledging various related events and organizations across the state.

Maddy summaryHouse Concurrent Resolution 37 congratulates Meara Seery of Brattleboro on being named Miss Vermont 2024. It also directs the Secretary of State to send her a copy of the resolution.

Maddy summaryS 152 proposes new requirements for older drivers to renew their operator's licenses. The bill mandates that residents 80 years of age or older must appear in person at a Department location and pass a vision test before their license can be renewed. Additionally, residents 85 years of age or older will be required to pass a road test component of the examination for license renewal. These changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025.