Vermont · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
S 272: An act relating to juvenile proceedings, criminal procedures, and forensic facilities for criminal justice-involved individuals
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 272 is a bill introduced in the Vermont Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An act relating to juvenile proceedings, criminal procedures, and forensic facilities for criminal justice-involved individuals. Primary sponsor: Scott Beck (Republican), John Benson (Republican), Patrick Brennan (Republican), Randy Brock (Republican), Brian Collamore (Republican), Steven Heffernan (Republican), Chris Mattos (Republican), Dave Weeks (Republican), Terry Williams (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 16, 2026): Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Judiciary.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Beck | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Caledonia |
| John Benson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Orange |
| Patrick Brennan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Grand Isle |
| Randy Brock | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Franklin |
| Brian Collamore | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Rutland |
| Steven Heffernan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Addison |
| Chris Mattos | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Chittenden North |
| Dave Weeks | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Rutland |
| Terry Williams | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Rutland |
“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 1st time & referred to Committee on Judiciary