The Senate Resolution S.R. 1, offered by Senator Baruth, establishes the rules governing the Vermont Senate for the 2025 Biennial Session. It stipulates that the Senate will operate under the Permanent Rules as they were at the conclusion of the 2024 Adjourned Session, with specific amendments. Notable changes include the seating assignments for Senators from various districts, adjustments to Rule 24 regarding information technology management, and modifications to Rule 102(a) concerning the establishment of an Ethics Panel.

The amendments to Rule 102(a) specifically empower the Committee on Committees to create an Ethics Panel responsible for receiving and investigating allegations of ethical violations and discrimination by senators, excluding complaints already addressed under Rule 101. The panel is tasked with recommending disciplinary actions to the Senate if deemed necessary. These changes aim to enhance the governance and ethical oversight within the Senate, ensuring a structured approach to managing both seating arrangements and ethical standards.