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Introduced
02/14/2025
02/14/2025
In Committee
02/14/2025
02/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to adopt the Public Utility Commission’s recommended thermal benefits charge, which would establish a charge on heating fuel that would be used to fund thermal energy efficiency measures. The bill would establish a cap on the amount of the thermal benefits charge that would be charged.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a "thermal benefits charge" on heating fuel, meaning a fee added to the cost of fuels used for heating, to fund programs that improve energy efficiency in heating systems. This initiative is based on recommendations from the Public Utility Commission, an independent agency that regulates utility services. The bill also sets a maximum limit, or cap, on how much this thermal benefits charge can be, ensuring it doesn't become excessively burdensome.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Committee on Energy and Digital Infrastructure Hearing (00:00:00 2/27/2025 ) (on 02/27/2025)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.224 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/H-0224/H-0224%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
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