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HCR 165

House concurrent resolution honoring Micheline Lemay of Stowe for her outstanding outdoor recreation and mindfulness leadership

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sarita Austin and 36 co-sponsors

Vermont legislature ceremonially honors Micheline Lemay for outdoor recreation and mindfulness leadership through nonbinding concurrent resolution.

Ceremonial Reading
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Bill Summary · HCR 165

Legislative bill overview

HCR 165 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Micheline Lemay of Stowe for her contributions to outdoor recreation and mindfulness leadership in Vermont. The bill passed through both chambers and was formally adopted in January 2026.

Why is this important

While this is a ceremonial measure with no binding legal effect, it recognizes individual community contributions and establishes an official legislative record of appreciation. Such resolutions serve as symbolic acknowledgment of local leaders and can highlight the value placed on outdoor recreation and mental wellness initiatives.

Potential points of contention

  • Ceremonial vs. substantive use of legislature time — Some argue symbolic resolutions consume legislative session time that could address policy issues, though others view recognition as legitimate legislative function
  • Equity of recognition — Questions about whether similar resolutions are equally distributed across communities and whether selection criteria are transparent
  • Limited impact — The resolution carries no funding, policy change, or enforcement mechanism, making its practical impact purely honorific

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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