H.221 proposes the establishment of the Firearm Surrender Order Compliance Working Group in Vermont, aimed at developing a uniform process to ensure compliance with court orders for the surrender of firearms. The Working Group will study necessary statutory or policy changes, support entities responsible for storing surrendered firearms, and identify stable funding sources for compliance monitoring. The group will consist of various members, including representatives from public safety, law enforcement, the judiciary, and domestic violence advocacy organizations, among others.

The Working Group is tasked with defining a compliance model that balances accountability for respondents with the safety needs of victims, determining how this model would function within the Family and Criminal Divisions of the Superior Courts, and assessing the resources required for effective implementation. The group will also consult with the Domestic Violence Firearms Technical Assistance Project and engage with federal firearms licensees regarding their role in firearm storage. The Working Group is required to report its recommendations to the relevant legislative committees by November 15, 2025, and will cease to exist on January 15, 2026. The act will take effect upon passage.