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All 8,295 Active 3,475 In committee 2,310 Passed 2,033 Signed 934 Failed 25

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 28, 2026

HCR 264: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2026 Richford High School Rockets Division IV championship girls’ basketball team

This House Concurrent Resolution formally congratulates the 2026 Richford High School Rockets girls' basketball team for winning the Division IV state championship. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the school to acknowledge the team's victory.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 28, 2026

HCR 212: House concurrent resolution honoring the amazing Brooks Memorial Library Director Starr LaTronica

This bill is a ceremonial resolution honoring Starr LaTronica, director of the Brooks Memorial Library in Brattleboro, Vermont, for her leadership and service. It formally recognizes her work in expanding library resources, promoting digital access, addressing community challenges like homelessness, and securing federal funding during her tenure. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to deliver a copy to LaTronica and the library. As a concurrent resolution, it has no legal effect and does not change laws or policies.

vetoed · Vermont · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 183: An act relating to home improvement and land improvement fraud

This bill makes it a crime for contractors or landscapers to defraud homeowners or property owners through deceptive practices related to home or land improvement contracts. It specifically targets actions like failing to complete work after receiving payment, misrepresenting contract terms, using unfair tactics to secure contracts, or charging excessive prices during emergencies. Offenders face fines up to $10,000 or prison terms up to five years, depending on the loss amount (e.g., $1,500+ per victim or $2,500+ total). Convicted individuals must notify the Attorney General and be added to a public fraud registry, restricting future work unless they comply with strict conditions. The law directly affects contractors/landscapers engaging in such fraud and protects homeowners who enter into improvement agreements.

in committee · Vermont · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 26: An act relating to prohibiting certain artificial dyes in foods and beverages served or sold at school

This bill prohibits Vermont school districts and approved independent schools from serving foods or beverages containing six specific artificial dyes (Blue 1, Blue 2, Green 3, Red 40, Yellow 5, and Yellow 6) during the school day as part of lunch, breakfast, or competitive food programs. It applies to all foods served on campus between school hours, excluding items sold off-campus or after 12:00 midnight. The ban takes effect July 1, 2027, with no impact on foods sold outside school hours or off-campus. The bill directly affects school food programs serving students in Vermont public and independent schools.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 24, 2026

HCR 253: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2025 Green Mountain Council Class of Eagle Scouts

This bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally congratulates the 2025 Green Mountain Council Class of Eagle Scouts in Vermont. It recognizes the specific achievements of 43 individuals who earned the highest rank in the Boy Scouts of America during that year. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to each of the named scouts as an official acknowledgment of their accomplishment.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 24, 2026

HCR 244: House concurrent resolution recognizing the week of April 11–17, 2026, as Black Maternal Health Week in Vermont

This bill formally recognizes the week of April 11-17, 2026, as Black Maternal Health Week throughout the state of Vermont. It does not create new laws or change government programs, but rather serves as an official acknowledgment of the importance of this health initiative. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the Black Mamas Matter Alliance, the organization that leads the national campaign.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 24, 2026

HCR 267: House concurrent resolution congratulating the Mount Mansfield Union High School Cougars girls’ Nordic ski team on winning a second consecutive Division I championship

This bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the Mt. Mansfield Union High School girls' Nordic ski team for winning their second consecutive Division I championship. It recognizes the team's specific achievements in freestyle and classic skiing competitions held in Ripton and Craftsbury, noting their victory over St. Johnsbury Academy. The resolution lists the names of the thirteen team members and their two coaches to formally acknowledge their success. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this congratulatory message to the high school.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 24, 2026

HCR 268: House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2026 Mt. Mansfield Union High School Cougars State co-champions girls’ snowboarding team

This legislative resolution formally congratulates the Mt. Mansfield Union High School girls' snowboarding team for winning the 2026 state co-championship title. It acknowledges that the team tied with Woodstock Union High School in the competition held at Jay Peak, sharing the honors for their performance. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this recognition to the school.

passed both · Vermont · Senate Apr 24, 2026

SCR 11: Senate concurrent resolution honoring the outstanding former Williston Fire Chief Kenneth Morton Jr.

This bill is a Senate concurrent resolution that formally honors Kenneth Morton Jr., the former fire chief of Williston, Vermont. It recognizes his 28-year leadership in transforming the local fire department from a volunteer-only force into a professional agency with career staff and advanced emergency medical services. The resolution highlights specific achievements under his tenure, such as the establishment of paramedicine-level care and the construction of a new fire station. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Chief Morton and the Williston Fire Department.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 24, 2026

HCR 262: House concurrent resolution honoring Vermont singer-songwriter and two-time Grammy Award nominee Noah Berkenkamp Kahan for his amazing contributions to American popular music and for creating and leading The Busyhead Project

This bill honors Vermont singer-songwriter Noah Kahan for his significant contributions to American music and his leadership of the Busyhead Project. It recognizes his commercial success, including multiple Grammy nominations and sold-out international performances, as well as his establishment of a mental health initiative that has raised over four million dollars for community organizations. The resolution formally acknowledges his achievements and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to him.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 24, 2026

HCR 205: House concurrent resolution honoring Maria Blair on her exemplary career as a dedicated staff member at the Joint Fiscal Office

This House Concurrent Resolution (HCR 205) formally honors Maria Blair for her 40-year career as a dedicated staff member at Vermont's Joint Fiscal Office. It recognizes her work as a budget analyst, her leadership as Associate Fiscal Officer, and her contributions to legislative fiscal analysis and office culture. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to Ms. Blair upon her retirement. This is a ceremonial tribute with no legislative or financial effect.

passed both · Vermont · House Apr 23, 2026

HCR 241: House concurrent resolution congratulating University of Vermont Distinguished Professor and Vermont Climatologist Dr. Lesley-Ann Dupigny-Giroux on winning the Mani L. Bhaumik Award for Public Engagement with Science

This legislative bill is a House concurrent resolution that formally congratulates Dr. Lesley-Ann Dupigny-Giroux on receiving the Mani L. Bhaumik Award for Public Engagement with Science. The resolution recognizes her distinguished career as a University of Vermont professor and Vermont State Climatologist, highlighting her extensive work in climate research and education. It directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Dr. Dupigny-Giroux as an official acknowledgment of her achievement. This measure does not alter any laws or policies but serves to honor her contributions to science and public engagement.