Vermont H0559 creates a Parole Board Director position and expands the Parole Board to seven members with specific qualifications.

Vermont H0559 establishes the role of a Parole Board Director, appointed by the Governor, who oversees the Board's functions and training. The bill expands the Parole Board from five to seven members, with specific expertise in areas such as criminogenic behavior, mental health, and substance use treatment. Members must attend annual training sessions. The Chair of the Board is compensated $20,500 annually. The act takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Vermont H0559 creates a Parole Board Director position and expands the Parole Board to seven members with specific qualifications.

Vermont H0559 establishes the role of a Parole Board Director, appointed by the Governor, who oversees the Board's functions and training. The bill expands the Parole Board from five to seven members, with specific expertise in areas such as criminogenic behavior, mental health, and substance use treatment. Members must attend annual training sessions. The Chair of the Board is compensated $20,500 annually. The act takes effect on July 1, 2026.