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31 V.S.A. § 703
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 15 - Ski Tramways|§ 703. Passenger Tramway Board

§ 703. Passenger Tramway Board|There is hereby created the Passenger Tramway Board within the Department of Labor which shall consist of the Commissioner of Labor, ex officio, who shall serve as chair, and four appointive members. The appointive members of said Board shall be appointed by the Governor. Two of the appointive members who are first appointed shall be designated to serve terms of two years and two of the appointive members shall be designated to serve terms of four years, but thereafter appointive members shall be appointed for terms of four years except that all vacancies shall be filled for the unexpired term. An appointive member shall hold office until his successor has been appointed and has qualified. Two appointive members shall be engaged in the industry and two shall be representatives of the public at large. Appointive members of the Board shall receive as compensation the sum of $15.00 per diem for their services and their necessary expenses when in the performance of their duties. (Added 1961, No. 266, § 3, eff. Aug. 1, 1961; amended 1963, No. 108, § 1, eff. May 28, 1963; 1963, No. 193, § 37, eff. June 28, 1963; 2005, No. 103 (Adj. Sess.), § 3, eff. April 5, 2006.)
31 V.S.A. § 704
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 15 - Ski Tramways|§ 704. Rules

§ 704. Rules|The Board may, in accordance with 3 V.S.A. chapter 25, adopt reasonable rules relating to public safety in the construction, operation, maintenance, and inspection of passenger tramways. The rules authorized hereunder shall conform as nearly as practicable to established standards, if any, and shall not be discriminatory in their application to operators of passenger tramways. Rules adopted by the Board shall in no way reduce or diminish the standard of care imposed upon passenger tramway operators under existing law. (Added 1961, No. 266, § 4, eff. Aug. 1, 1961; amended 1981, No. 36, § 2.)
31 V.S.A. § 705
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 15 - Ski Tramways|§ 705. Enforcement, certificate

§ 705. Enforcement, certificate|The Department shall enforce the rules adopted by the Board and inspect the construction, operation, and maintenance of passenger tramways to determine whether the rules adopted by the Board have been complied with by the operators. Certification of compliance by a qualified inspector who has been approved by the Department may be accepted by the Department instead of other inspection. In any legal proceedings, a certificate of compliance issued pursuant to this section shall be competent evidence only for the purpose of establishing the fact of issuance of said certificate and for no other purpose. (Added 1961, No. 266, § 5, eff. Aug. 1, 1961; amended 1963, No. 108, § 2, eff. May 28, 1963.)
31 V.S.A. § 706
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 15 - Ski Tramways|§ 706. Operators to pay cost of inspection

§ 706. Operators to pay cost of inspection|The expenses of the Department in connection with making the inspections under section 705 of this title shall be paid in the first instance by the Department. In the event that contractors are used by the Department for specialized engineering consultation, such as structural, electrical, mechanical, or failure analysis, the cost shall be reimbursed to the Department by the affected area tramway operators. The reimbursement shall be credited to the special fund created under this chapter. (Added 1961, No. 266, § 6, eff. Aug. 1, 1961; amended 1981, No. 36, § 3; 2013, No. 191 (Adj. Sess.), § 8.)
31 V.S.A. § 708
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 15 - Ski Tramways|§ 708. Orders

§ 708. Orders|If, after investigation, the Department finds that a violation of any of the rules exists, or that there is a condition in passenger tramway construction, operation, or maintenance endangering the safety of the public, it shall forthwith issue its written order setting forth its findings, the corrective action to be taken, and fixing a reasonable time for compliance therewith. The order shall be served upon the operator involved by registered mail and shall become final unless the operator applies to the Board for a hearing in the manner provided in section 709 of this title. (Added 1961, No. 266, § 8, eff. Aug. 1, 1961.)
31 V.S.A. § 708a
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 15 - Ski Tramways|§ 708a. Emergency orders

§ 708a. Emergency orders|Whenever the condition is deemed to be imminently hazardous, involving the safety of passengers, the Department's representative shall be authorized to order the operator in writing to immediately suspend operation of the tramway, until such time as the hazardous condition has been remedied. (Added 1971, No. 227 (Adj. Sess.), § 4, eff. April 5, 1972.)
31 V.S.A. § 709
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 15 - Ski Tramways|§ 709. Hearing

§ 709. Hearing|Any operator who is aggrieved by Department order may, within ten days after service thereof upon him or her, apply to the Board for a review of the order. The Board shall hold a hearing thereon at the earliest convenient day. At the hearing, the operator shall have a right to a full hearing, including the right to be heard personally and by counsel, to cross-examine witnesses, and to produce evidence in his or her own behalf. After the hearing, the Board shall report its findings, in writing, and make such order as the facts may require. (Added 1961, No. 266, § 9, eff. Aug. 1, 1961.)
31 V.S.A. § 710
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 15 - Ski Tramways|§ 710. Appeal

§ 710. Appeal|Any operator who is aggrieved by any order of the Department following the hearing provided in section 709 of this title may, within 30 days after entry thereof, appeal to the Superior Court for the county in which the passenger tramway is located. An appeal shall not suspend the operation of the order made by the Board, but the Superior Court may suspend the order of the Board pending determination of the appeal whenever, in the opinion of the court, justice may require its suspension. The Superior Court shall hear the appeal and make such decree as justice may require. (Added 1961, No. 266, § 10, eff. Aug. 1, 1961; amended 1973, No. 193 (Adj. Sess.), § 3, eff. April 9, 1974.)
31 V.S.A. § 711
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 15 - Ski Tramways|§ 711. Suspension

§ 711. Suspension|If any operator fails to comply with a lawful order issued under sections 708 and 709 of this title, the Department may order the operator to cease operations for such time as it considers necessary for the protection of the safety of the public. (Added 1961, No. 266, § 11, eff. Aug. 1, 1961.)
31 V.S.A. § 712
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 15 - Ski Tramways|§ 712. Penalties

§ 712. Penalties|(a) Operating without passing inspection. Any operator who operates a passenger tramway without first passing the annual inspection by the Department shall be fined not more than $1,000.00 for each day of operation.(b) Operating without paying fee-due-State. Any operator who operates a passenger tramway without paying the fee-due-State as provided in section 707 of this title shall be fined not more than $50.00 for each day of operation.(c) Operating after an order to cease. Any person who operates a passenger tramway after being ordered to cease operations shall be fined not more than $5,000.00 for each day of illegal operation. (Added 1961, No. 266, § 12, eff. Aug. 1, 1961; amended 2013, No. 101 (Adj. Sess.), § 2; 2015, No. 97 (Adj. Sess.), § 64.)
31 V.S.A. § 721
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 16 - Amusement Rides|§ 721. Definitions

§ 721. Definitions|As used in this chapter:  (1) "Amusement ride" means a mechanical device that carries or conveys passengers along, around, or over a fixed or restricted route or course for the purpose of giving the passengers amusement, pleasure, thrills, or excitement. For the purposes of this chapter, amusement ride shall not include bungee jumping, zip lines, or waterslides or obstacle, challenge, or adventure courses. (2) "Operator" or "owner" means a person who owns or controls or has the duty to control the operation of amusement rides. (3) [Repealed.]  (Added 1995, No. 117 (Adj. Sess.), § 1; amended 2017, No. 186 (Adj. Sess.), § 2, eff. July 1, 2019.)
31 V.S.A. § 722
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 16 - Amusement Rides|§ 722. Certificate of operation

§ 722. Certificate of operation|(a) An amusement ride may not be operated in this State unless the Secretary of State has issued a certificate of operation to the owner or operator within the preceding 12 months.(b) An application for a certificate of operation shall be submitted to the Secretary of State not fewer than 30 business days before an amusement ride is operated in this State.(c) The Secretary of State shall issue a certificate of operation not fewer than 15 business days before the amusement ride is operated in the State, if the owner or operator submits the following:  (1) certificate of insurance in the amount of not less than $1,000,000.00 that insures both the owner and the operator against liability for injury to persons and property arising out of the use or operation of the amusement ride; (2) payment of a fee in the amount of $100.00; (3) proof or a statement of compliance with the requirements of 21 V.S.A. chapter 9.   (d) The certificate of operation shall be valid for one year from the date of issue and shall be in a manner and format to be prescribed by the Secretary of State. A certificate of operation shall identify the ride's:  (1) name and model; (2) serial number; (3) passenger capacity; and (4) recommended maximum speed.   (e) A copy of the certificate of operation shall be kept at the office of the amusement ride operator.(f) The Secretary of State shall:  (1) determine the manner and format of the certificate of operation, any forms to be used to apply for the certificate of operation, the adhesive sticker that shall be affixed to the ride pursuant to subdivision 723a(b)(2) of this title, and the certification to be filed pursuant to subdivision 723a(b)(3) of this title; (2) make any forms and certifications available on the Secretary of State's website and shall provide adhesive stickers to inspectors; (3) allow an owner or operator to apply for certificates of operation for multiple rides at one time, using one form; (4) charge one fee for the filing of each application form, regardless of the number of rides listed on the application. (Added 1995, No. 117 (Adj. Sess.), § 1; amended 2017, No. 186 (Adj. Sess.), § 3, eff. July 1, 2019.)
31 V.S.A. § 723
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 16 - Amusement Rides|§ 723. Operator and patron responsibilities

§ 723. Operator and patron responsibilities|(a) An operator of an amusement ride shall:  (1) be at least 18 years of age; (2) operate only one amusement ride at a time; (3) be in attendance at all times that the ride is operating; and (4) operate the ride in accordance with the ride manufacturer's specifications.   (b) An operator of an amusement ride may deny any person entrance to an amusement ride if the operator believes that entrance by that person may jeopardize the safety of the person or other persons.(c) A patron shall:  (1) understand that there are risks in riding an amusement ride; (2) exercise good judgment and act in a responsible and safe manner while riding an amusement ride; and (3) obey all signage that is reasonably written and posted and all directions from ride operators and owners that are given in a clear and understandable manner. (Added 1995, No. 117 (Adj. Sess.), § 1; amended 2017, No. 186 (Adj. Sess.), § 5, eff. July 1, 2019.)
31 V.S.A. § 723a
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 16 - Amusement Rides|§ 723a. Safety inspections

§ 723a. Safety inspections|(a) A amusement ride shall not be operated in this State unless:  (1) The ride has been inspected in the State within the preceding 12 months by a person who is:  (A) certified:  (i) by the National Association of Amusement Ride Safety Officials as a Level II Inspector; or (ii) by the Amusement Industry Manufacturers and Suppliers International at a level that is equivalent to the certification pursuant to subdivision (i) of this subdivision (1)(A); and  (B) insured, including for liability; and (C) not the owner or operator of the ride or an employee or agent of the owner or operator.  (2) The inspection complied with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) current standard F770 concerning the practices for ownership, operation, maintenance, and inspection of amusement rides and devices. (3) A valid certificate of operation has been issued for the ride pursuant to section 722 of this title.   (b) After a ride has been inspected pursuant to subsection (a) of this section:  (1) The owner or operator shall submit the certificate or other record of inspection to the Secretary of State within 15 business days following the date of inspection. (2) An adhesive sticker, in a format to be determined by the Secretary of State, shall be affixed to the ride that indicates:  (A) the date and location the inspection was completed; and (B) the name of the inspector.  (3) The owner or operator shall submit a certification, in a format to be determined by the Secretary of State, to the organization hosting a fair, field day, or other event or location, at which the owner or operator intends to operate a ride, stating that the ride has been inspected pursuant to subsection (a) of this section and stickers have been affixed pursuant to this subsection prior to the ride being used to carry or convey passengers.   (c) A ride shall be inspected for safety by the owner or operator:  (1) after the ride has been set up but before being used to carry or convey passengers; and (2) every day thereafter that the ride is used to carry or convey passengers.   (d) The owner or operator of an amusement ride shall:  (1) keep records of all safety inspections; (2) make those records available to the Secretary of State or the Office of the Attorney General promptly upon request; (3) keep a paper or electronic copy of all required forms or certifications, and of all safety inspections conducted by the owner or operator during the preceding 12 months for each ride:  (A) on or near that ride; or (B) at the office of the amusement ride operator; and  (4) operate, maintain, and inspect all rides in compliance with ASTM current standards for ownership, operation, maintenance, and inspection of amusement rides and devices. (Added 2017, No. 186 (Adj. Sess.), § 4, eff. July 1, 2019.)
31 V.S.A. § 724
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 16 - Amusement Rides|§ 724. Penalty

§ 724. Penalty|An operator or owner who violates any provision of this chapter shall be fined no more than $500.00 per day for each day the violation continues. (Added 1995, No. 117 (Adj. Sess.), § 1.)
31 V.S.A. § 1001
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 19 - Leisure Time and Benefits for Elders|§ 1001. Definitions

§ 1001. Definitions|For the purpose of this chapter:  (1) "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Disabilities, Aging, and Independent Living established by 3 V.S.A. § 3085a. (2) "Passport" means a "Green Mountain Passport" as provided by section 1002 of this title. (3) "State-sponsored public event" means all events, exhibits, concerts, or museums fully supported by State funds to which the public is invited and all State parks, historical sites, and State lands normally open to the public. Overnight camping is excluded subject to regulations granted by the Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation. (4) "Medical statistics" means information as to whether the passport holder has any chronic ailment or requires special medication. (Added 1973, No. 82; amended 1989, No. 219 (Adj. Sess.), § 9(a), (c); 2005, No. 174 (Adj. Sess.), § 60.)
31 V.S.A. § 1002
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 19 - Leisure Time and Benefits for Elders|§ 1002. Green Mountain Passport; eligibility

§ 1002. Green Mountain Passport; eligibility|(a) Any person is eligible to obtain a Green Mountain Passport who:  (1) is:  (A) at least 62 years of age; or (B) a veteran of the uniformed services; and  (2) is a resident of the State.   (b) A Green Mountain Passport application shall be issued by the clerk of any town to a resident of that town who swears under oath that he or she meets the eligibility criteria established pursuant to subsection (a) of this section. A fee of $2.00 will be charged at the time of application and shall be retained by the town issuing the passport. The town clerk shall issue the actual passport. Records shall be maintained as prescribed by law. Statistical information shall be furnished to the Commissioner upon request.(c) Forms for the issuance of passports shall be prepared by the Commissioner and provided in sufficient number by him or her to the clerk of each town. (Added 1973, No. 82; amended 1975, No. 174 (Adj. Sess.), § 1; 1977, No. 163 (Adj. Sess.); 1981, No. 29; 1983, No. 67; 1989, No. 219 (Adj. Sess.), § 9(a), (c); 1993, No. 149 (Adj. Sess.), § 1; 2013, No. 53, § 2, eff. May 29, 2013.)
31 V.S.A. § 1003
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 19 - Leisure Time and Benefits for Elders|§ 1003. Passport privileges

§ 1003. Passport privileges|(a) Upon the exhibit of a Green Mountain Passport, the bearer shall be entitled to free admission to any fully State-sponsored public event and to any benefits offered by private entities pursuant to section 1004 of this title.(b) Upon the exhibit of the Green Mountain Passport, the bearer shall be entitled to one day's admission to any fair, field days, or exposition that is either fully or partially supported by State grants or stipends, and that operates for more than one day. The management of such fair, field days, or exposition shall publicize the day on which the passports will be honored at least one week prior to the beginning of such an event. (Added 1973, No. 82; amended 1975, No. 174 (Adj. Sess.), § 2.)
31 V.S.A. § 1004
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 19 - Leisure Time and Benefits for Elders|§ 1004. Private cooperation

§ 1004. Private cooperation|The Secretary of Human Services may instruct the Commissioner to prepare a decal containing a suitable symbol and make them available to private businesses cooperating in the passport program for display at each such business establishment. (Added 1973, No. 82; amended 1989, No. 219 (Adj. Sess.), § 9(c); 1993, No. 149 (Adj. Sess.), § 2.)
31 V.S.A. § 1005
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 19 - Leisure Time and Benefits for Elders|§ 1005. Misuse of passport; forgery; penalty

§ 1005. Misuse of passport; forgery; penalty|A person who makes any false statement on an application for a passport or who possesses or uses a passport issued to another or falsely makes, alters, forges, or counterfeits a passport shall be fined not more than $500.00 or imprisoned for not more than six months or both. (Added 1973, No. 82.)
31 V.S.A. § 1201
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 23 - Games of Chance|§ 1201. Definitions

§ 1201. Definitions|As used in this chapter:  (1) "Break-open ticket" means a lottery utilizing a card or ticket of the so-called pickle card, jar ticket, or break-open variety commonly bearing the name "Lucky 7," "Nevada Club," "Victory Bar," "Texas Poker," "Triple Bingo," or any other name. (2) "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Liquor and Lottery. (3)(A) "Distributor" means a person that purchases break-open tickets from a manufacturer and sells or distributes break-open tickets at wholesale in Vermont. "Distributor" shall include any officer, employee, or agent of a corporation or dissolved corporation that has a duty to act for the corporation in complying with the requirements of this chapter.  (B) "Distributor" shall not include a person who distributes only jar tickets that are used only for merchandise prizes.  (4) "Manufacturer" means a person that designs, assembles, fabricates, produces, constructs, or otherwise prepares a break-open ticket for sale to a distributor. (5) "Nonprofit organization" means a nonprofit corporation that is qualified for tax exempt status under I.R.C. § 501(c), as amended, and that has engaged, in good faith, in charitable, religious, educational, or civic activities in Vermont on a regular basis during the preceding year. "Nonprofit organization" also includes churches, schools, fire departments, municipalities, fraternal organizations, and organizations that operate agricultural fairs or field days, and that have engaged, in good faith, in charitable, religious, educational, or civic activities in Vermont on a regular basis during the preceding year. An organization shall be considered a nonprofit organization under this subdivision only if it certifies annually, on a form with whatever information is required by the Commissioner, how it meets the definition under this subdivision. (Added 2017, No. 73, § 13, eff. Sept. 1, 2017; amended 2019, No. 73, § 37.)
31 V.S.A. § 1202
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 23 - Games of Chance|§ 1202. License required

§ 1202. License required|(a) Manufacture. Break-open tickets sold in Vermont shall be manufactured only by a person licensed by the Commissioner. A licensed manufacturer shall sell break-open tickets only to distributors licensed under this chapter. A distributor licensed under this chapter shall purchase break-open tickets only from a manufacturer licensed under this chapter.(b) Distribution. A distributor who sells or distributes break-open tickets for resale in Vermont shall be licensed by the Commissioner and shall also be:  (1) a natural person who is a resident of Vermont; (2) a partnership in which the majority of partners are residents of Vermont; (3) a corporation incorporated under the laws of Vermont, provided that a majority of the ownership interest is held by residents of Vermont; or (4) a person who is not a resident of Vermont and whose state of residence allows residents or corporations of Vermont to distribute break-open tickets in that state under similar terms and conditions as provided under this chapter. (Added 2017, No. 73, § 13, eff. Sept. 1, 2017.)
31 V.S.A. § 1204
2021 Vermont Statutes|Title 31 - Recreation and Sports|Chapter 23 - Games of Chance|§ 1204. License requirements; fees

§ 1204. License requirements; fees|(a) Upon application and payment of the fee, the Commissioner may issue the following licenses to qualified applicants:  (1) Manufacturer annual license: $3,000.00. (2) Distributor annual license: $2,000.00.   (b) A license shall not be granted to an individual who has been convicted of a felony within five years of the license application nor to an entity in which any partner, officer, or director has been convicted of a felony within five years of the application.(c) Licenses issued under this section may be renewed annually on October 1, upon reapplication and payment of the licensing fee.(d) All fees collected pursuant to this section shall be deposited into the Liquor Control Enterprise Fund. (Added 2017, No. 73, § 13, eff. Sept. 1, 2017.)