Vermont · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

H 578: An act relating to penalties and procedures for animal cruelty offenses

Enacted Last action May 29, 2026: House message: Governor approved bill on June 8, 2026

Plain-language summary

H 578 is a bill introduced in the Vermont House on January 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An act relating to penalties and procedures for animal cruelty offenses. Primary sponsor: Emilie Krasnow (Democratic), Ian Goodnow (Democratic), Kenneth Goslant (Republican), Barbara Rachelson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 29, 2026): House message: Governor approved bill on June 8, 2026.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Emilie Krasnow (Democratic); Ian Goodnow (Democratic); Kenneth Goslant (Republican); Barbara Rachelson (Democratic).