Vermont · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
H 590: An act relating to prohibiting detention and incarceration of minors under 18 years of age in adult correctional facilities
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 590 is a bill introduced in the Vermont House on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An act relating to prohibiting detention and incarceration of minors under 18 years of age in adult correctional facilities. Primary sponsor: Barbara Rachelson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): Read first time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbara Rachelson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | Chittenden-14 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Read first time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary