Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session

Vermont House Bill HCR292

Introduced
5/7/26  
Engrossed
5/8/26  

Caption

House concurrent resolution congratulating Elaine Larivee of Enosburg Falls on her centennial birthday

Summary

H.C.R. 292 is a ceremonial House concurrent resolution congratulating Elaine Larivee of Enosburg Falls on her 100th birthday. The resolution recites biographical details, noting that she was born in Quebec on May 6, 1926, later married a farmer, and has lived for many decades in Enosburg Falls. It also recognizes her role in raising a large family and her standing as a respected member of the community. The resolution does not create, amend, or repeal any state law, and it has no regulatory, fiscal, or administrative effect. Its sole legal function is to express the General Assembly’s congratulations and direct the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Elaine Larivee. In practical terms, it serves as a formal legislative honor and public recognition of a centenarian Vermonter. The general sentiment around the bill is strongly positive and celebratory. The language emphasizes Elaine Larivee’s long life, family, work as a farmer’s wife, and reputation as a faithful friend in Franklin County, reflecting a unanimous tone of appreciation and respect. There is no evidence of opposition or controversy in the bill text or available legislative context. Because the measure is a personal tribute rather than a policy bill, there are no notable points of contention. The only substantive content is the acknowledgment of her life story and contributions to family and community, which are presented as reasons for legislative commendation. No votes, committee debate, or competing viewpoints are provided in the available record.

Impact

H.C.R. 292 has no impact on Vermont statutes, state agency authority, or private legal rights. It is a nonbinding concurrent resolution that functions as a ceremonial expression of congratulations and directs the Secretary of State to transmit a copy to the honoree. Its effect is symbolic and commemorative only.

Sentiment

The sentiment is uniformly positive and respectful. The resolution celebrates Elaine Larivee’s centennial birthday, her family, her long residence in Enosburg Falls, and her role in the agricultural community. No dissent, criticism, or policy disagreement appears in the bill text or available legislative history.

Contention

There is no apparent contention. The measure is a straightforward congratulatory resolution with no policy implications, no committee debate, and no recorded votes in the provided materials. Any discussion would likely have been limited to recognition of Elaine Larivee’s milestone birthday and community standing.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

VT H4838

Susana Hines 100th birthday

VT H5634

Eunice Gilbert 100th birthday

VT HR694

Congratulating Jerry Lou Haddock of Houston on her 90th birthday.

VT H4835

Ellen Simmons 100th Birthday

VT HR884

Congratulating Lenora Sorola-Pohlman of Houston on her 70th birthday.

VT HR1318

Congratulating Angela Flores Beck of Fayette County on her 75th birthday.

VT H4329

Freida Ann Scyphers Rawl Jodie 90th birthday

VT HR1393

Congratulating Susie Ray Northington on her 100th birthday.

VT SR203

A RESOLUTION honoring the extraordinary life and centennial milestone of Geraldine "Bubby" Litvin Shaffer.

VT H4236

Anna Mary Furtick Rivers 100th Birthday

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.