Vermont legislation · 2025-2026 Session
Vermont HCR213: House concurrent resolution recognizing March 2026 as Social Work Month in Vermont
Status: In committee, February 27, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, February 27, 2026:
State of Vermont House of Representatives Montpelier, Vermont Concurrent House Resolution H.C.R. 213 Offered by Representatives Rachelson of Burlington and Cina of Burlington Offered by Senator Vyhovsky House concurrent resolution recognizing March 2026 as Social Work Month in Vermont Whereas, for more than a century, social workers in Vermont have worked to improve human well-being, advocate for justice, and support everyone's basic needs, and Whereas, the positive impact of social workers on the lives of millions of Americans is experienced at hospitals, schools, child welfare agencies, community centers, and within the federal, state, and local governments, and Whereas, social workers follow a code of ethics that requires them to stand for equity in every community, uphold human dignity, and fight injustice, and Whereas, these stellar professionals are on the frontlines defending vulnerable populations, including immigrants, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, and those facing discrimination or poverty, while uplifting vital social safety net programs and ensuring the rights of everyone, and Whereas, social workers assist those navigating trauma, grief, and systemic biases and help individuals recover from natural disasters and public health crises, transforming lives in encouraging ways, and Whereas, vital roles for social workers are confronting oppression and racism, advocating for human rights, and advancing fair policies for all, and Whereas, social workers care for those who have mental health issues and who …
Sponsors
- Barbara Rachelson (D, Chittenden-14) · primary sponsor
- Brian Cina (D, Chittenden-15) · primary sponsor
- Tanya Vyhovsky (D, Chittenden-Central District) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Ceremonial Reading
- : Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b
- : Senate Message: Adopted in concurrence
- : Adopted in concurrence per Joint Rule 16b
- : On Consent Calendar
- : On Consent Calendar
Common questions
- What is HCR213?
- HCR213 is a bill in the Vermont Legislature (2025-2026 Session): House concurrent resolution recognizing March 2026 as Social Work Month in Vermont.
- What is the status of HCR213?
- In committee as of February 27, 2026. Latest action: Ceremonial Reading (March 18, 2026).
- Who sponsored HCR213?
- Barbara Rachelson (D, Chittenden-14), with 2 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HCR213?
- On the Vermont Legislature website: https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.C.R.213
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