The House convened for a brief session that included a devotional, introduction of 22 bills by number, referral of House Bill 659 to Ways and Means, committee presentations and second‑reading action on H516 (Essex Junction charter amendments) and S141 (creation/charter approval for Fairfax Fire District No.1), several member announcements, and an adjournment until Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 10 a.m.