An act relating to permitting members of the General Assembly to carry concealed handguns in the State House
S.187 would allow members of Vermont's General Assembly to carry concealed handguns in the State House or on its grounds, provided they have completed a certified firearms safety and training course. This bill specifically amends state law to permit this for legislators who meet the training requirement and carry documentation of their certification. It directly affects sitting members of the Vermont legislature by changing existing restrictions on concealed weapons in the State House. The policy change is limited to authorized legislators and requires proof of training for compliance.
Bill status
introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 6, 2026
Last action Jan 6, 2026
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Jan 6, 2026
Introduced
Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Judiciary
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Terry Williams
RRepublican
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