Rep. Kevin Christie

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors the life and public service of former Representative Francis Matthew "Topper" McFaun. It recognizes his long career in Vermont, which included roles in the executive branch, local government, and coaching, as well as his nearly 11 years serving in the House of Representatives. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions to the community and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to him.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that honors the memory of Terje Anderson, a gay rights advocate and political activist who passed away in 2026. It recognizes his significant contributions to social justice, including his leadership roles in AIDS service organizations and his service as chair of the Vermont Democratic Party. The resolution formally expresses the General Assembly's condolences to Anderson's family and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to his survivors and the Vermont Democratic Party.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House concurrent resolution that expresses the General Assembly's best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery to Representative Anne Donahue. It directly affects Representative Donahue, who recently suffered a brain aneurysm but is recovering well as of March 2026. The resolution highlights her long-standing contributions to mental health care, including her work on the Vermont Psychiatric Care Hospital and efforts to address historical injustices related to eugenics. Additionally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Representative Donahue.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Vermont General Assembly to officially recognize May 2026 as National Foster Care Month within the state. It does not create new laws or change how foster care is administered, but rather serves to honor the work of foster families and raise awareness about the foster care system. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to the Department for Children and Families.

Maddy summaryThis Senate concurrent resolution honors the life and service of former Washington County Senator Mary Just Skinner. It formally expresses the General Assembly's condolences to her family following her unexpected death in January 2026. The bill directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to her family as a gesture of respect.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution that congratulates the 2026 Hartford High School Hurricanes girls' basketball team for winning the Division II state championship. It specifically recognizes the players, coaches, and staff who contributed to their victory in the final game against Lamoille Union High School. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Hartford High School as an official record of the General Assembly's appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that congratulates the 2026 Hartford High School Hurricanes girls' ice hockey team on winning their third consecutive Division II state championship. It specifically recognizes the team's players, coaches, and student managers for their victory in the recent tournament final. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to Hartford High School, serving as an official record of the General Assembly's appreciation for the team's achievement.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors Dennis Miles, the General Assembly Doorkeeper, for his long service to the Vermont legislature and its staff. It recognizes his 41-year career as an educator and coach before he joined the General Assembly in 2014, where he has managed building security and mentored legislative pages for over a dozen years. The resolution formally acknowledges his dedication and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to him as a gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that honors General Assembly Head Doorkeeper Michael Wiater and his wife, Donna Wiater, for their long careers in Vermont state government. It recognizes Mike Wiater's background as a former soldier and state police officer before he spent over two decades facilitating the orderly operation of the State House, while also acknowledging Donna Wiater's work as an administrative assistant. The document serves to express gratitude for their public service and officially extends best wishes for their future as they conclude their tenures in 2026. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this honor to the couple.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a memorial resolution honoring the life of former Representative Stephen Andrew Carr, who passed away in April 2026. It recognizes his extensive community service in western Vermont, including his roles on local selectboards, his leadership in economic development projects like the Segment 6 Project, and his long career in banking and finance. The resolution formally extends the General Assembly's condolences to his family and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the document to them.