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VT H0940
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Energy and Digital Infrastructure
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AI Summary
- Energy efficiency utilities that also serve as retail electric providers may use thermal energy and process fuel funds for greenhouse gas reduction programs in the thermal and transportation sectors during calendar years 2027–2029, regardless of the customer's preexisting fuel source
- At least 60% of funds under this provision must go to weatherization and thermal efficiency programs, with 60% of those funds allocated for low-income and low-to-moderate income customers and projects requiring electrical upgrades or abatement
- Regional planning commissions seeking an enhanced energy determination must apply to the Department of Public Service concurrently with submitting draft regional plans to the Land Use Review Board, with determinations issued within 60 days
- The Telecommunications and Connectivity Advisory Board established under 30 V.S.A. § 202f is abolished
- The act takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
An act relating to miscellaneous public utility subjects
Last Action
Senate Message: Passed in concurrence
4/30/2026
Committee Referrals
Appropriations4/21/2026
Natural Resources and Energy4/14/2026
Finance3/25/2026
Appropriations3/17/2026
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