Action Taken by Governor Phil Scott on Legislation - June 12, 2025

Montpelier, Vt. - Governor Phil Scott announced action on the following bills, passed by the General Assembly.

On June 12, Governor Scott signed bills of the following titles:

• S.12, An act relating to sealing criminal history records
• S.45, An act relating to protection from nuisance suits for agricultural activities
• S.63, An act relating to modifying the regulatory duties of the Green Mountain Care Board
• S.69, An act relating to an age-appropriate design code
• S.109, An act relating to miscellaneous judiciary procedures
• S.122, An act relating to economic and workforce development
• S.123, An act relating to miscellaneous changes to laws related to motor vehicles
• S.124, An act relating to miscellaneous agricultural subjects
• S.126, An act relating to health care payment and delivery system reform
• S.127, An act relating to housing and housing development

When signing S.69, An act relating to an age-appropriate design code, Governor Scott issued the following statement:

“As we see more and more kids using technology, I believe most would agree we need to take steps to protect them in a reasonable and responsible way when they’re online. With ongoing lawsuits in other states, I recognize this new law will likely face a legal challenge. But I’m hopeful with the enactment of this law delayed until January 1, 2027, it will allow enough time to provide clarity and change the law if necessary.”

To view a complete list of action on bills passed during the 2025 legislative session, click here.