An act relating to the adoption of policies to allow Vermont State Police officers and correctional officers to wear religious head coverings

This bill requires Vermont's Department of Public Safety and Department of Corrections to adopt or update policies by October 1, 2026, allowing state police officers and correctional officers to wear religious head coverings while on duty in uniform - subject to exceptions where tight-fitting protective headgear is required for safety. It directly affects sworn law enforcement and correctional officers who wish to observe religious practices. The policy change applies only to head coverings worn during official duties, not to standard uniform requirements. The bill mandates specific deadlines for policy implementation but does not specify which religious practices are covered.