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Read. Follow. Verify.Vermont requires mandatory training for guardians appointed for adults with disabilities
Last action · February 28, 2025: Read first time and referred to the Committee on JudiciarySponsors: Brian Cina and 1 other
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What This Bill Would Do
Vermont lawmakers introduced a bill requiring individuals appointed by a probate court as guardians for adults with disabilities to complete a mandatory training program before taking office and every three years thereafter, effective September 1, 2025.
Appointed guardians must complete specialized education covering constitutional rights, civil rights definitions, and handbook guidelines, directly altering the administrative obligations required to serve in this role.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Guardians
Must complete mandatory initial and triennial training programs on duties, civil rights, and statutory requirements.
Adults with disabilities
Receive representation by guardians who are formally required to understand their statutory, constitutional, and civil rights.
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Votes, people, money & the original sourceWhere This Stands
Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Feb 28, 2025HouseIntroducedRead first time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary
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