Vermont S0237 restructures the Parole Board, establishing qualifications, duties, and compensation for the Director, and detailing parole agreement.

Vermont S0237 amends the structure of the Parole Board, creating positions for a Chair and four members, with two alternates. The Director, appointed by the Governor, oversees the Board's functions, including policy development, training, and budget submission to the Governor. The Board issues parole agreements detailing the inmate's crime, sentence, and parole terms, which become effective upon signing. Victims of listed crimes have the right to notification and testimony at parole hearings, and the Board must comply with the Vermont Open Meeting Law.

Vermont S0237 restructures the Parole Board, establishing qualifications, duties, and compensation for the Director, and detailing parole agreement.

Vermont S0237 amends the structure of the Parole Board, creating positions for a Chair and four members, with two alternates. The Director, appointed by the Governor, oversees the Board's functions, including policy development, training, and budget submission to the Governor. The Board issues parole agreements detailing the inmate's crime, sentence, and parole terms, which become effective upon signing. Victims of listed crimes have the right to notification and testimony at parole hearings, and the Board must comply with the Vermont Open Meeting Law.