An act relating to providing the Abenaki with access to State lands

This bill establishes a policy for the State of Vermont to allow the Abenaki people access to state-owned or leased lands for agricultural, hunting, fishing, trapping, and cultural, religious, and spiritual activities. It requires state agencies to consult with the Commission on Native American Affairs and Abenaki tribal leadership to identify suitable properties and determine appropriate access methods while protecting sacred sites. The legislation also clarifies that it does not override existing property rights or require taking vested interests, and it mandates that the Secretary of Administration create rules to implement these provisions.