Vermont HCR261: House concurrent resolution recognizing May 2026 as Older Americans Month and designating May 6, 2026, as Age Strong Vermont Day

What the bill says

From the enrolled text, April 17, 2026:

State of Vermont House of Representatives Montpelier, Vermont Concurrent House Resolution H.C.R. 261 Offered by Representative Noyes of Wolcott House concurrent resolution recognizing May 2026 as Older Americans Month and designating May 6, 2026, as Age Strong Vermont Day Whereas, the life experience, knowledge, and contributions of older Vermonters are invaluable societal assets, making Vermont a state with considerable historical knowledge and professional experience, and Whereas, May is celebrated nationally every year as Older Americans Month, a time to recognize older adults' invaluable contributions, to highlight aging trends, and to reaffirm Vermont's commitment to serving older adults, and Whereas, according to the U.S. Census' American Community Survey, as of 2024, 22.8 percent of Vermont's population is 65 years of age or older, and Whereas, this demographic reality presents opportunities to capitalize on the diverse experiences, expertise, and skills of older Vermonters, and Whereas, since the enactment of the Older Vermonters Act (2020 Acts and Resolves No. 156), State government, the nonprofit sector, and the private sector have partnered to establish Age Strong VT, Vermont's first multisector plan on aging, which was released in January 2024, and Whereas, Age Strong VT focuses on the State's changing age demographics through an examination of affordable aging; healthy aging for all; social connection; infrastructure for the future, including housing, transportation, and community design; elder …

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Sponsors

• Daniel Noyes (D, Lamoille-2) · primary sponsor

Latest actions

1. April 29, 2026: Ceremonial Reading
2. April 17, 2026: Senate Message: Adopted in concurrence
3. April 17, 2026: Adopted in concurrence per Joint Rule 16b
4. April 17, 2026: Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b
5. April 17, 2026: On Consent Calendar
6. April 16, 2026: On Consent Calendar

Common questions

What is HCR261?

HCR261 is a bill in the Vermont Legislature (2025-2026 Session): House concurrent resolution recognizing May 2026 as Older Americans Month and designating May 6, 2026, as Age Strong Vermont Day.

What is the status of HCR261?

Passed both chambers as of April 17, 2026. Latest action: Ceremonial Reading (April 29, 2026).

Who sponsored HCR261?

Daniel Noyes (D, Lamoille-2).

Where is the official record for HCR261?

On the Vermont Legislature website: https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.C.R.261