Vermont has a protective legislative landscape for transgender individuals, with minimal anti-trans legislation. In 2023, only one anti-trans bill was tracked (focusing on school sports), and the state passed significant protective laws, including a "shield" law and designation as a "trans sanctuary" state.
2023:
- Senate Bill 37 (S.37): Signed by Governor Phil Scott on May 10, 2023
- "Shield" law protecting access to gender-affirming medical care and abortion services
- Prevents doctors and patients from facing discipline or lawsuits for providing these services
- Requires insurance providers to cover treatments such as hormone replacement therapy and puberty blockers
- House Bill 89: Designated Vermont as a "trans sanctuary" state
- Offers legal protections for transgender people and their families fleeing states with discriminatory laws
2023:
- 1 anti-trans bill tracked (focused on school sports)
- No enactment details available
2024-2025:
- No specific anti-trans legislation detailed in available sources
- Vermont continues to prioritize protections rather than restrictions
| Name |
Party |
Chamber |
Key Actions |
| Gov. Phil Scott |
R |
Governor |
Signed S.37 (shield law) and HB 89 (trans sanctuary) |
| Date |
Event |
| May 10, 2023 |
Gov. Scott signs S.37 (shield law) |
| 2023 |
HB 89 designates Vermont as "trans sanctuary" state |
| 2023 |
1 anti-trans bill tracked (school sports) - not enacted |
- Wikipedia - Vermont Senate Bill 37
- Vermont Legislature - S.37 Status
- ACLU Legislative Attacks 2023
- Trans Legislation Tracker 2023/VT
- Planned Parenthood - Governor Scott Signs Shield Bill
Last updated: 2026-04-02