Legislative Activity

The "PEER Mental Health Act of 2025" aims to improve mental health support in schools by authorizing grants for training teachers, staff, students, parents, and caregivers in mental health first aid. These grants will help individuals recognize mental health symptoms, make appropriate referrals, and respond to immediate distress. A minimum of 25% of grant funds will be allocated to schools in rural areas, with the possibility of reallocation if unused. The Act allocates almost $25 million per year from 2026 to 2030 for these initiatives.

The Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park Establishment Act Amendments Act of 2025 expands the park’s official boundaries to include the King Farm and updates scenic zone designations. The bill also authorizes new land acquisition methods and establishes the National Park Service Stewardship Institute to advance conservation research, education, and leadership practices.

This bill congratulates the University of Vermont men's soccer team on winning the 2024 NCAA Division I national championship. It recognizes the team's historic victory, key players, coaching staff, and the pride they brought to Vermont. The Clerk of the House is instructed to send copies of the resolution to the university's interim president, athletic director, and head coach.