An act relating to the creation of the Treatment and Recovery Fund and the labeling and taxation of alcoholic beverages

The bill proposes the establishment of a Treatment and Recovery Fund to support addiction treatment and recovery services in Vermont. It also aims to implement new labeling requirements and taxes on alcoholic beverages to help fund these initiatives. The goal is to address substance use issues and improve public health outcomes in the state.

VT H0376 is a house bill in the Vermont 2025-2026 Session, sponsored by Kate Nugent (D), currently “Introduced” since February 26, 2025.

We track 1,717 Vermont bills this session, 7 of them sponsored by Kate Nugent.

Supporters of the bill would highlight its potential to significantly improve access to addiction treatment services and promote recovery in the community. They would argue that the new taxes on alcoholic beverages could provide necessary funding for crucial health programs, ultimately benefiting society as a whole by reducing substance abuse and its associated harms.

Critics might argue that the new taxes on alcoholic beverages could unfairly burden consumers and local businesses, potentially leading to decreased sales and economic harm. They may also express concerns about the effectiveness of the Treatment and Recovery Fund in actually addressing addiction, questioning whether the proposed measures will lead to real change.