H 477 Vermont House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

An act relating to forest management harvests on State Forest lands

This bill requires Vermont's Commissioner of Forests, Parks and Recreation to create a report addressing delayed timber harvests on State Forest lands. The report must detail the number and reasons for delayed harvests, propose solutions (like hiring more staff or contracting private foresters), and estimate costs, benefits, and potential job creation from reducing delays. It directly affects state forest management operations and the Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation. The Commissioner must submit this report to relevant legislative committees by law.
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Introduced Mar 14, 2025 Last action Mar 14, 2025
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