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Read. Follow. Verify.Vermont prohibits firearms and dangerous weapons in State buildings and on State land
Last action · February 26, 2025: Read first time and referred to the Committee on JudiciarySponsor: Robert Hooper
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What This Bill Would Do
Vermont prohibits individuals from knowingly possessing firearms or dangerous weapons in s and on State land, effective July 1, 2026. Violating the restriction carries penalties of up to one year in prison or a $2,000 fine, or up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine if carried with intent to commit a crime. The restriction provides exemptions for law enforcement officers, military personnel on duty, authorized educational activities, and lawful hunting on State land.
Visitors and employees entering State-owned or leased properties face criminal penalties for carrying firearms or dangerous weapons, altering rules for civilians while preserving exemptions for law enforcement and authorized personnel.
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.
Visitors to State buildings
Individuals visiting State buildings or land are prohibited from knowingly possessing firearms or dangerous weapons unless an exception applies.
Law enforcement officers
Certified law enforcement officers carrying weapons for legitimate official purposes are exempt from the prohibition.
Hunters
Licensed individuals conducting lawful activities such as hunting on State-owned or leased lands are exempt from the prohibition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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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 26, 2025HouseIntroducedRead first time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary
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Analysis Score
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