The bill approved by the General Assembly of the State of Vermont amends the charter of the Town of Bennington, following voter approval of the proposed amendments on March 4, 2025. The amendments include a modification to the process for the removal of the Town Manager, specifying that unless expressly modified by contract, the Town Manager may be removed without cause by a majority of the Select Board with 90 days written notice. During this notice period, the Town Manager can be suspended with pay.

Additionally, the bill states that it will take effect upon passage, which occurred on April 20, 2025, when the Governor signed the bill. The changes aim to clarify the removal process for the Town Manager and ensure that the governance structure of the Town of Bennington is up to date with the approved charter amendments.