H.840 is a bill introduced by Representative LaLonde that aims to enhance the enforcement authority of the Attorney General and State's Attorneys regarding election-related misconduct, campaign finance, and lobbying violations. The bill seeks to clarify and expand their ability to conduct civil investigations, which includes the power to issue civil investigative demands, conduct sworn depositions, and enforce the obligation of respondents to provide necessary information.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the investigating authority must compile and share aggregate information about these investigations and enforcement actions in a public report to the Secretary of State's office. This transparency measure is intended to ensure accountability and public awareness regarding the enforcement of election laws in Vermont.