Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Tammie Ellison’s organization
May 29, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
House Of Representatives Journal Of The House
The House discussed and acted upon several legislative items, including a moratorium on the approval of new independent schools, the establishment of the Interstate Compact for Education, and new criminal record check requirements for Agency of Education employees. The body also addressed membership and duties of the Intercollegiate Sexual Harm Prevention Council and the Advisory Council on Harassment, Hazing, and Bullying Prevention. Additional business included overriding a Governor's veto, consumer data privacy and online surveillance legislation, and next steps in transforming the state's education system including school district mergers and tuition regulations.
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The Senate meeting included the appointment of committees of conference regarding House bills on electricity generating facilities and law enforcement identification. The Senate concurred in House proposals of amendment for bills involving the Green Mountain Care Board, reference-based pricing, and miscellaneous agricultural subjects. Legislative discussions covered the transition of hemp processor oversight to the Cannabis Control Board, the establishment of the Vermont Agricultural Credit Program, and the creation of a working group for the Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation permit program.
May 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
House of Representatives Journal of the House
The session addressed a variety of legislative matters, including amendments to forestry regulations under Act 250, regional planning and tier jurisdiction, and miscellaneous agricultural subjects such as milk producer contracts, farm-to-school programs, seed labeling, and pesticide licensing. Significant focus was placed on transitioning hemp oversight to the Cannabis Control Board, establishing licensing and registration protocols for hemp growers, processors, and products. Additionally, the House addressed the creation of a working group for the Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO) permit program, miscellaneous judiciary procedures, and a formal recognition and observance of Memorial Day.
May 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Senate Journal
The Senate session covered various legislative actions, including the receipt of messages from the Governor regarding signed bills and from the House regarding youthful offender proceedings. The Senate appointed members to a Committee of Conference and referred a bill to the Committee on Appropriations. Several bills were passed in concurrence with amendments, and others were advanced to third reading after committee reports on judiciary, institutions, and government operations. Specific topics addressed included the establishment of a Division of Animal Welfare, amendments to forestry regulation under Act 250, and the creation of the Vermont Homelessness Response Continuum, which defines services for homelessness prevention, emergency shelter, and housing stability.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
