The bill establishes the Office of New Americans Study Committee in Vermont, tasked with making recommendations for the creation of an independent Office of New Americans. The Committee will consist of various members, including the Director of the Vermont Refugee Office as Chair, representatives appointed by the Commissioner of Labor and the Executive Director of the Office of Racial Equity, and six members appointed by the Governor, one of whom must be a New American with lived experience. The Committee is required to study and report on demographic, economic, and public health data regarding New Americans, as well as existing barriers to their participation in the workforce and additional services needed.

The Committee will also explore successful approaches from other states in providing services to New Americans, propose the structure and funding for the new office, and define the term "New Americans" for its purposes. The Committee is expected to submit its report by September 1, 2026, and will have the support of the Agency of Human Services. The bill includes provisions for compensation and reimbursement for Committee members attending meetings, and it will take effect upon passage.