The House concurrent resolution No. R-290 congratulates the Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (VABVI) on its 100th anniversary of providing advocacy and support services for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The resolution highlights the organization's origins in 1926, when Helen Keller inspired Vermont's leadership to establish public funding for services to assist those with visual impairments. Following her advocacy, VABVI was formed and has since partnered with the state to create a comprehensive program that has significantly improved the lives of many Vermonters over the past century.

As VABVI continues to play a crucial role in supporting the visually impaired community, the resolution acknowledges the increasing demand for these services, which is expected to double by 2030. The General Assembly expresses its appreciation for VABVI's longstanding commitment to advocacy and service, and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the organization as a formal recognition of its contributions.