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VT H0169
VT H0169An act relating to amending the prohibitions against discrimination in public accommodations and housing
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Introduced
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
In Committee
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to prohibit a landlord from requesting a Social Security number on a residential rental application and to accept all forms of government issued identification. This bill also proposes to add citizenship and immigration status to the existing discrimination prohibitions in public accommodations and unfair housing practices.
AI Summary
This bill proposes several key changes to Vermont's anti-discrimination and rental application laws, focusing on protecting individuals from discrimination based on citizenship and immigration status. Specifically, the bill prohibits landlords from requesting a Social Security number on residential rental applications, requires landlords to accept any form of government-issued identification during the application process, and adds citizenship and immigration status as protected characteristics in public accommodations and housing laws. These amendments expand existing protections to prevent discrimination in various contexts, including rental housing, public spaces, and real estate transactions. The bill ensures that individuals cannot be denied housing, services, or opportunities based on their citizenship or immigration status, while still allowing for immigration status verification when required by federal law. By broadening the definition of harassment and discriminatory practices, the legislation aims to create more inclusive and equitable treatment for all individuals, regardless of their national origin or immigration background. The changes will take effect immediately upon passage.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (43)
Leonora Dodge (D)*,
Angela Arsenault (D),
John Bartholomew (D),
Daisy Berbeco (D),
Tiff Bluemle (D),
Michelle Bos-Lun (D),
Mollie Burke (D),
Emily Carris-Duncan (D),
Conor Casey (D),
Ela Chapin (D),
Thomas Charlton (R),
Kevin Christie (D),
Brian Cina (D),
Esme Cole (D),
Mari Cordes (D),
Abbey Duke (D),
Ian Goodnow (D),
Leanne Harple (D),
Troy Headrick (D),
Bob Hooper (D),
Jay Hooper (D),
Mary Howard (D),
Chris Keyser (R),
Emilie Krasnow (D),
Saudia Lamont (D),
Kate Logan (D),
Jim Masland (D),
Kate McCann (D),
Jubilee McGill (D),
Brian Minier (D),
Mike Mrowicki (D),
Herb Olson (D),
Gayle Pezzo (D),
Phil Pouech (D),
Monique Priestley (D),
Barbara Rachelson (D),
Laura Sibilia (I),
Heather Surprenant (D),
Shawn Sweeney (D),
Chloe Tomlinson (D),
Dara Torre (D),
Edward Waszazak (D),
Chea Waters Evans (D),
Last Action
Senate Committee on Judiciary Hearing (00:00:00 5/6/2025 ) (on 05/06/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.169 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/H-0169/H-0169%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
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