House concurrent resolution congratulating the Vergennes Fire Department on its 150th anniversary
This legislative resolution congratulates the Vergennes Fire Department on reaching its 150th anniversary. It acknowledges the department's history, which began in 1876 when the city established a formal fire service to replace earlier private volunteer groups. The document also notes the continued support from the Stevens Hose Company, a nonprofit that helps fund equipment for the department. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the fire chief.
Bill status
passed both
4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
May 2026
Senate Passage
May 2026
Governor
Introduced Apr 30, 2026
Last action May 6, 2026
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This is a formatting-only change between two versions of the same House Concurrent Resolution congratulating the Vergennes Fire Department on its 150th anniversary. The official version replaces the draft layout (with page numbers, bill number R-336, and a footer code) with standard legislative formatting including the State of Vermont header, Montpelier location line, and proper resolution title block. No substantive policy content was altered.
TECHNICAL
Header changed from draft format (page number, bill number R-336, year 2026) to official legislative format with State of Vermont, House of Representatives, Montpelier Vermont, and Concurrent House Resolution H.C.R. 278 title block.
Removed the internal tracking footer VT LEG #389287 v.1 and page numbering.
Floor votes
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
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Total actions
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Committee
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May 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b
lower
May 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Senate Message: Adopted in concurrence
lower
May 1, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted in concurrence per Joint Rule 16b
upper
4 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Matt Birong
DDemocratic
P
Rob North
RRepublican
P
Ruth Hardy
DDemocratic
P
Steven Heffernan
RRepublican
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