Sen. Becca White

Co-sponsor S 7

Introduced · Vermont Senate · Co-sponsor

An act relating to qualifications for a public defender

Maddy summaryThis bill expands public defender eligibility in Vermont to include individuals charged with any crime, not just serious felonies, while also clarifying which misdemeanor offenses qualify for appointed counsel. It defines "serious crime" to include felonies and misdemeanors with potential penalties of over $1,000 or imprisonment, while explicitly excluding certain minor offenses like petty theft, bad checks, and simple assault unless a judge determines harsher penalties may apply. The legislation requires judges to consult prosecutors before denying counsel and prevents prior uncounseled convictions from triggering enhanced penalties for repeat offenses. Additionally, it mandates clear notification of legal rights to detained individuals and extends representation requirements to extradition, habeas corpus, and certain juvenile court proceedings.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands access to public defenders, protecting defendants' rights and improving fair trial access, which aligns with criminal justice reform and civil rights protection.85% confidence

Introduced Jan 6, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor JRH 22

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

Joint resolution urging the President and Congress to spearhead a global effort to prevent nuclear war and opposing the basing of nuclear weapons in Vermont

Passed May 12, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 244

Signed into law · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

An act relating to authorizing the natural organic reduction of human remains

Signed into law May 12, 2022 1 co-sponsor

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 H 157

Vetoed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

An act relating to registration of construction contractors

Vetoed May 6, 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

Co-sponsor HCR 156

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month in Vermont

Passed May 5, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor JRH 18

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

Joint resolution relating to the Russian invasion of Ukraine

Passed May 4, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 157

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution honoring Vermont’s correctional personnel and recognizing National Correctional Officers Week in Vermont

Passed May 3, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 145

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution recognizing June 27, 2022 as Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day in Vermont

Passed Apr 22, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track