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HCR 31

House concurrent resolution in memory of former University of Vermont associate professor, poet, and community leader Mary Jane Dickerson

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Edye Graning and 1 co-sponsor

Vermont legislature adopts concurrent resolution honoring deceased University of Vermont professor and poet Mary Jane Dickerson's academic and community contributions.

Ceremonial Reading
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Bill Summary · HCR 31

Legislative bill overview

House Concurrent Resolution 31 is a ceremonial resolution memorializing Mary Jane Dickerson, a former University of Vermont associate professor, poet, and community leader. The resolution honors her contributions to academia and the broader community and has already been adopted by both chambers of the Vermont legislature.

Why is this important

Concurrent resolutions honoring deceased individuals serve to formally recognize their contributions to their institutions and communities, creating an official legislative record of their impact. This resolution provides formal acknowledgment of Dickerson's professional achievements and community involvement for the historical record.

Potential points of contention

  • Ceremonial value vs. legislative time: Some may question whether legislative chambers should dedicate formal sessions to memorial resolutions when other substantive bills await consideration
  • Limited public information: Without access to the full resolution text, the specific accomplishments and community contributions being honored cannot be fully assessed
  • Selection criteria: Questions may arise about which individuals receive this formal legislative honor and whether the criteria for memorialization are consistently applied

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

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