The bill H.694 pertains to the approval of amendments to the charter of the Town of Bennington regarding the position of Town Manager. The General Assembly has approved these amendments, which were previously endorsed by voters on March 4, 2025. The bill includes a specific amendment to the removal process of the Town Manager, stating that unless expressly modified by contract, the Town Manager can be removed by a majority vote of the Select Board with a 90-day written notice. During this notice period, the Town Manager may be suspended with pay.

Additionally, the bill establishes that it will take effect upon passage. The changes aim to clarify the removal process of the Town Manager and ensure that the governance structure of the Town of Bennington aligns with the approved amendments.