An act relating to board and commission member per diems

This bill sets a minimum daily payment rate for members of Vermont's state boards and commissions who are not ex officio or state employees. It requires their per diem compensation to be the greater of $50.00 or Vermont's current livable wage rate per hour, whichever is higher. The policy applies to members attending meetings or performing approved duties related to their board's work. Additionally, it mandates that the Governor's annual budget report include detailed schedules showing current and proposed per diem rates for each board or commission, along with justification for rates exceeding $50 or the livable wage.