House message: Governor approved bill on April 27, 2026
Summary
H.917 amends dozens of Vermont statutes to clarify the role of the Adjutant General, establish a Vermont Veterans’ Fund, and give state agencies hiring preferences for veterans, disabled veterans and their spouses. It also defines “Gold Star family member,” provides special license plates and free parking for disabled veterans, and requires annual reporting on sexual‑assault complaints in the Guard. The changes aim to improve support for service members and their families while modernizing Guard administration.
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