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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to prohibit exposing one’s pubic area, genitals, or buttocks when the person is in a place where the person can be seen by others in a public place. This bill also grants authority for the legislative body of a municipality to adopt an ordinance or bylaw that designates public places within the municipality where a person may be nude or to issue a permit for an event in which a person may be nude.
AI Summary
This bill, effective July 1, 2026, establishes a statewide prohibition against knowingly exposing one's pubic area, genitals, or buttocks in a public place without an opaque covering, defining "public place" broadly to include visibility from public spaces even when on private property like a front yard. Violators face potential imprisonment of up to six months or a fine of up to $500, or both, though exceptions exist for disrobing in designated areas like changing rooms. Importantly, the bill also grants municipalities the authority to create their own ordinances that either designate specific public areas where nudity is permitted or allow for the issuance of permits for events where nudity might occur.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Read first time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary (on 01/14/2026)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.683 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/H-0683/H-0683%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
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