House resolution expressing support for the principles behind the statement of Governor Philip B. Scott regarding the federal surge of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents in the State of Minnesota

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Angela Arsenault and 72 co-sponsors

Vermont expresses support for the governor’s principles regarding federal ICE/CBP actions in Minnesota, a symbolic, non-binding stance with no new laws or duties.

Which was agreed to on a Roll Call Passed -- Needed 66 of 131 to Pass -- Yeas = 106, Nays = 25

Overview

Bill: HR 12

Session: 2025-2026

Jurisdiction: Vermont

Type: House resolution expressing support

Title: Expresses support for the principles behind Governor Philip B. Scott’s statement regarding the federal surge of ICE and CBP agents in the State of Minnesota

Note: The title indicates the resolution is a symbolic, non-binding statement of support related to federal immigration enforcement as it pertains to Minnesota, referencing a federal surge of ICE and CBP agents.

Purpose and intent

The primary aim is to publicly express support for the “principles behind” Governor Scott’s statement on a federal immigration enforcement action (specifically ICE/CBP operations) occurring in Minnesota.

As a resolution, its purpose is to articulate Vermont lawmakers’ endorsement of those principles, rather than to establish new state policy or create enforceable requirements.

Key provisions and changes

Expressions of support: The resolution states Vermont’s endorsement of the underlying principles referenced by Governor Scott’s statement about the ICE/CBP surge in Minnesota.

Non-binding nature: As a House resolution, it does not create new law, funding, or regulatory obligations for state agencies or individuals.

Procedural statements: May include formal recitals or findings supporting the governor’s position and the state’s alignment with those principles.

Who or what would be affected

Governmental and public audiences:

Vermont Legislature and Vermont citizens, who would be informed of the chamber’s stance.
Governor and state officials, who may use the resolution to signal alignment with the stated principles.

No direct policy changes to immigration enforcement, budgeting, or state programs are created by a resolution of this kind.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction and sponsorship:

A large slate of co-sponsors is listed, indicating broad legislative support.
Notable procedural steps include passage on an Action Calendar and a roll-call vote.

Action history:

Read and placed on the calendar for action on 2026-01-28.
On 2026-01-29, the measure was debated on the Action Calendar, demanded yeas and nays, and adopted.
Roll call: Passed with 106 Yeas, 25 Nays; required 66 of 131 votes to pass.

Effective date: As a resolution, it would take effect upon enactment as a formal resolution by the Vermont House, with no implementation provisions required.

Potential impact and considerations

Symbolic impact: Signals bipartisan or broad legislative support for the governor’s stance on federal immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota.

Policy influence: May influence public discourse or Joint Official statements, but does not alter Vermont immigration law, funding, or enforcement authority.

Precedent: Could affect future resolutions addressing federal immigration policy or interactions between state and federal enforcement actions.

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