House concurrent resolution commemorating the 25th anniversary of Act 91 of 2000, establishing Vermont as the first state to legalize civil unions
HCR 127 is a concurrent resolution that commemorates the 25th anniversary of Act 91 of 2000, which made Vermont the first state to legalize civil unions. It acknowledges the historical significance of this act and the individuals involved in its enactment. The resolution also directs the Secretary of State to send copies to the plaintiffs and attorneys of the Baker v. State case, the Pride Center of Vermont, and Outright Vermont.
Bill status
passed both
4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
May 2025
Senate Passage
May 2025
Governor
Introduced May 1, 2025
Last action May 2, 2025
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No substantive policy changes were made. The diff reflects only formatting and layout differences between two versions of the same concurrent resolution, including a new official header format, repositioned title text, and different line-wrapping throughout the body.
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Header changed from a simple 'R-151 / 2025' format to an official 'State of Vermont / House of Representatives' layout with 'Montpelier, Vermont' and 'Concurrent House Resolution H.C.R. 127' centered below.
The resolution title was moved from the top of the document (under the R-151 number) to a position below the sponsor lines.
Line wrapping and indentation were adjusted throughout all Whereas clauses and Resolved sections, with no changes to the actual text content.
The footer line 'VT LEG #383404 v.1' was removed from the bottom of the document.
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
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Key actions
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Committee
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May 2, 2025
Lower · Passed
Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b
lower
May 2, 2025
Lower · Passed
Senate Message: Adopted in concurrence
lower
May 2, 2025
Upper · Passed
Adopted in concurrence per Joint Rule 16b
upper
2 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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