VT H0088

Prohibits electric, water, and wastewater utilities from disconnecting residential service for nonpayment during periods of extreme heat, defined as forecasted temperatures at or above 92°F or when the National Weather Service issues heat-related alerts

Requires the Public Utility Commission to adopt implementing rules by June 1, 2026, including processes for reconnection requests, repayment plans, and resident notification of rights

Allows residents whose service was previously disconnected for nonpayment to request reconnection during extreme heat periods, with utilities permitted to require a repayment plan first

Caps repayment plan payments at 6% of a resident's monthly income, with residents not considered in default unless payments fall below this threshold

Applies to tenants in metered apartment buildings and mobile home parks, with the act taking effect July 1, 2025