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VT S0041
Bill
Status
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Richard Westman
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AI Summary
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Authorizes hydroelectric power generation facilities with installed capacity of 5 megawatts or less to use Class B(2) waters in Vermont
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Amends the statutory definition of Class B(2) waters under 10 V.S.A. § 1252 to include small-scale hydroelectric generation as a suitable use alongside existing permitted uses (swimming, recreation, irrigation, aquatic habitat, public water source)
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Requires the Secretary of Natural Resources to amend Vermont Water Quality Standards by rule to reflect this change by July 1, 2026
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Prior to July 1, 2026, prohibits the Secretary from denying approval of Class B(2) water use by qualifying hydroelectric facilities unless the Secretary demonstrates the use would impair the water
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Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
An act relating to authorizing the use of State waters by hydroelectric generation facilities
Last Action
Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Natural Resources and Energy
2/4/2025