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House adopts resolution recognizing March 11–15 as Civic Learning Week
Summary
The House adopted House Resolution HR 16 supporting civic education in public schools and recognizing March 11–15 as Civic Learning Week; the clerk was directed to send a copy to Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas.
The Vermont House unanimously adopted House Resolution HR 16, which expresses support for civic education in public schools and recognizes March 11–15 as Civic Learning Week. The resolution was introduced on the floor as offered by Representative Mike McCarthy (St. Alban City).
The resolution’s text emphasizes civic knowledge, discussion skills across differences, and the civic mission of schools in sustaining constitutional democracy. It directs the clerk of the House to send a copy of the adopted resolution to Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas.
The resolution was read in full on the floor and adopted by voice vote without recorded opposition. No amendments or further debate were recorded.
