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HCR 283

House concurrent resolution recognizing May 6, 2026, as Vermont Golf Day

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kenneth Goslant and 3 co-sponsors

Declares May 6, 2026 as Vermont Golf Day to recognize golf’s significance and promote its economic, environmental, and charitable impacts.

Ceremonial Reading
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Bill Summary · HCR 283

Summary of H.C.R. 283 (2025-2026) – Vermont Golf Day

Purpose and intent

  • H.C.R. 283 is a concurrent resolution recognizing May 6, 2026, as Vermont Golf Day.
  • The measure expresses the General Assembly’s acknowledgment of the historical and contemporary significance of golf in Vermont and promotes awareness of the sport’s economic, environmental, and charitable impacts.
  • It notes Vermont’s historic role in American golf (e.g., Dorset Field Club, founded 1886) and Vermont’s ongoing participation in National Golf Day festivities.

Key provisions and changes

  • Declares May 6, 2026, as “Vermont Golf Day.”
  • Directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies of the resolution to:
    • Vermont Golf Alliance
    • Vermont Golf Association
    • New England Section of the PGA of America
    • Vermont Golf Course Superintendents Association
    • New England Golf Course Owners Association

Who/what would be affected

  • Government endorsement and public recognition of golf as a valued sport in Vermont.
  • The named golf organizations and associations receive formal acknowledgment and a copy of the resolution, which may assist in promotional, outreach, and stakeholder engagement activities.
  • No new laws, regulations, or funding programs are created. The impact is primarily ceremonial and branding-related.

Supporting context and factual background (as cited in the bill)

  • Historical note: Dorset Field Club (1886) identified as the oldest continuously operating golf course in the U.S.
  • Economic and social impact data cited (2026 projections and 2024 metrics) used to bolster the case for recognizing golf:
    • Economic output tied to golfing activity: $671.4 million; direct financial activity: $397.2 million.
    • Vermont golf landscape: 68 courses; about 83% open to the public; 37% of public facilities offer rounds under $40.
    • Participation and employment: 1.1 million rounds played in 2024; 5,376 jobs; $212.1 million in wages; over $66.8 million in state/local taxes.
    • Tourism impact: 190,000+ golf-related trips in 2024; $121.9 million in direct tourism expenditures.
    • Environmental and sustainability notes: ~10,880 acres of green space; green infrastructure benefits; 85% of courses implementing two or more energy-conservation practices; many using lithium-battery carts.
    • Charitable activity: 2024 events at golf facilities raised an estimated $12.4 million for Vermont nonprofits.
  • National context: May 4–6, 2026 observations related to National Golf Day in Washington, D.C., are cited to align Vermont’s observance with national events.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Status: Last recorded action on 2026-04-30 as “On Consent Calendar,” indicating passage through a legislative step without active debate.
  • No specific implementation timeline or funding mechanisms are included; the resolution is a ceremonial designation to be observed on May 6, 2026.
  • The resolution is a joint (concurrent) expression of both the Vermont House and Senate.

Practical implications

  • Raises public awareness and fosters a sense of state pride around golf.
  • Could support promotional activities by the involved organizations and assist in coordinating events around Vermont Golf Day.
  • Does not impose new duties, regulatory changes, or budgetary allocations on state agencies.

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

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