Bill
Bill > H0254
VT H0254
VT H0254An act relating to orders permitting alternate service of process in civil proceedings
summary
Introduced
02/18/2025
02/18/2025
In Committee
02/18/2025
02/18/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to provide that when a court permits alternate service of process in a civil proceeding, the order shall remain in effect and apply to all subsequent service of process in the same proceeding.
AI Summary
This bill addresses a procedural issue in civil court proceedings by establishing that when a court permits an alternative method of serving legal documents (known as "service of process"), such as publication in a newspaper or leaving documents at a person's residence, the original service order will remain valid and applicable for all subsequent legal documents in the same case, including post-judgment proceedings. The bill specifically amends Vermont statutes to codify this practice, which will apply to orders issued under Vermont Rule of Civil Procedure 4(d)(1) or any other legal provision allowing alternate service methods. By ensuring continuity in the service of process, the bill aims to provide clarity and consistency for courts and litigants when traditional methods of serving legal documents are not feasible. The act will take effect immediately upon passage.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (16)
Joseph Luneau (R)*,
Ashley Bartley (R),
Michael Boutin (R),
Gina Galfetti (R),
James Gregoire (R),
Lisa Hango (R),
Mark Higley (R),
Wayne Laroche (R),
Alicia Malay (R),
Mike Morgan (R),
Mary Morrissey (R),
Tom Oliver (R),
Chris Taylor (R),
Casey Toof (R),
Matt Walker (R),
Kevin Winter (R),
Last Action
Read first time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary (on 02/18/2025)
Official Document
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.254 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/H-0254/H-0254%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
Loading...