HCR 297 Vermont House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

House concurrent resolution honoring Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department Director of Fisheries Eric Palmer and extending future best wishes

This bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors Eric Palmer, the Director of Fisheries for the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department, for his leadership and contributions to the state's fisheries management. It recognizes his career achievements, including the successful restoration of lake trout in Lake Champlain and his role in advancing staff development and conservation projects. The resolution formally thanks him for his service as he concludes his tenure in 2026 and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the honor to him.

Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

May 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

May 2026

Senate Passage

May 2026

Governor

Introduced May 14, 2026 Last action May 15, 2026

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How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

May 15, 2026

Lower · Passed

Adopted in concurrence

lower

May 15, 2026

Lower · Passed

Senate Message: Adopted in concurrence

lower

May 15, 2026

Upper · Passed

Adopted in concurrence per Joint Rule 16b

upper

37 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Legislator

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State

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Amy Sheldon