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VT H0587
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
Elizabeth Burrows
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AI Summary
- Per diem compensation for members of State boards and commissions must be at least $50.00 per day or the Vermont livable wage hourly rate (per 2 V.S.A. § 526), whichever is greater
- Applies to professional licensing boards, advisory commissions, appeals boards, promotional boards, interstate boards, supervisory boards, and temporary study commissions in the Executive Branch
- Compensation is calculated based on time devoted to official duties, prorated on an eight-hour day, with daily payment not exceeding the per diem amount
- Governor's annual budget report must include a schedule showing per diem rates by entity, total amounts paid, and justification for any rates exceeding the minimum threshold
- Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
An act relating to board and commission member per diems
Last Action
Read first time and referred to the Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs
1/7/2026
Committee Referrals
Government Operations and Military Affairs1/7/2026
Full Bill Text
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