The Vermont Senate has introduced a resolution, S.R. 6, to establish a temporary rule for the submission of short form bills specifically related to education reform and finance. This initiative arises from the recognition that all students in Vermont deserve a quality K-12 education while balancing the increasing costs of education and the tax burden on residents. The resolution emphasizes the importance of allowing all Senators to propose solutions that address both educational needs and affordability for families in the state.

Under the proposed Rule 40A, Senators will be able to submit short form bills that include only essential information: the introducer's name, the subject, the title, and a general statement of purpose. These short form bills will be required to appear on the Senate Calendar for two legislative days before they can be read a second time. This temporary rule is set to remain in effect until May 1, 2025, facilitating a more streamlined process for addressing education-related legislative proposals.