An act relating to limiting overtime for medical interns, resident physicians, and physicians
This bill sets a 60-hour weekly maximum for medical interns, resident physicians, and physicians, with no single shift exceeding 16 hours. It requires at least 16 consecutive hours off duty after any 16-hour shift. The law directly affects healthcare trainees and physicians working in Vermont hospitals and medical programs. These provisions aim to limit extended work periods without specifying enforcement or penalties.
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introduced
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Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 16, 2026
Last action Jan 16, 2026
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Jan 16, 2026
Introduced
Read first time and referred to the Committee on General and Housing
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4 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Kate Logan
DDemocratic
P
Lisa Hango
RRepublican
P
Troy Headrick
IIndependent
P
Will Greer
DDemocratic
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