Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct effect on environmental policy
Risks
- No direct effect on environmental policy
StateVermontEnacted
S 179: An act relating to the Uniform Disclaimer of Property Interests Act
Nader Hashim
S 179 status: Enacted — Senate Message: Signed by Governor June 8, 2026 (updated May 29, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
85OUT OF 100
Score:85/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 40/100
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Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan80%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
This bill standardizes the legal process for disclaiming property interests, affecting probate administration and estate planning statewide.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Positive outlook
65%
Benefits
- Increases legal clarity for estate transfers
- Reduces potential litigation costs regarding disclaimers
Risks
- Minor transition costs for legal practitioners
Society
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Provides individuals greater control over inheritance receipt
- Standardizes legal rights across different jurisdictions
Risks
- Procedural complexity for laypeople without counsel
Technology Industry
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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Analysis scope
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Where it stands
Official recordSenate Message: Signed by Governor June 8, 2026
- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorComplete
- EnactedComplete
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