VermontVermont lawmakers honor Dr. Lewis First for his pediatric career
The adopted resolution recognizes Dr. Lewis First as he concludes his career and directs the Secretary of State to send him and two medical institutions copies.
What it does
Vermont lawmakers honor pediatrician Dr. Lewis First as he concludes his career. The Secretary of State must send copies to him and two medical institutions.
Argument forRecognizing Dr. First could draw attention to his work teaching families about children’s health through his video and radio series.
Argument againstPreparing and sending ceremonial copies could take Secretary of State staff time without changing medical care for families.
More detail
The General Assembly honors Dr. Lewis First and directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution. Copies go to Dr. First, the University of Vermont’s Larner College of Medicine, and Golisano Children’s Hospital.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 10As adopted by Senate and HouseLatest
- Apr 10House message: House adopted in concurrence
- Apr 10Adopted in concurrence pursuant to Joint Rule 16b
- Apr 10Adopted per Joint Rule 16b
- Apr 10On Consent Calendar
- Apr 9On Consent CalendarIntroduced
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