Vermont Code § 27 V.S.A. § 546

Racially and religiously restrictive covenants in deeds prohibited
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§ 546. Racially and religiously restrictive covenants in deeds prohibited
(a) A deed, mortgage, plat, or other recorded device recorded on or after July 1, 2022
shall not contain a covenant, easement, or any other restrictive or reversionary interest
purporting to restrict the ownership or use of real property on the basis of race
or religion.
(b) A covenant, easement, or any other restrictive or reversionary interest in a deed,
mortgage, plat, or other recorded device purporting to restrict the ownership or use
of real property on the basis of race or religion is declared contrary to the public
policy of the State of Vermont and shall be void and unenforceable. This subsection
shall apply to a restrictive covenant executed at any time.

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