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VT H0593
VT H0593An act relating to Public Utility Commission approval of interregional transmission agreements
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Introduced
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
In Committee
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to give the Public Utility Commission approval authority over agreements entered into by the Department of Public Service if they concern interregional transmission projects.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to grant the Public Utility Commission (PUC) the authority to approve any agreements made by the Department of Public Service (DPS) that involve interregional transmission projects and interconnections. Interregional transmission projects refer to the development or modification of electricity transmission lines that span across different regions, impacting the broader electric system. Currently, the DPS has the power to enter into such agreements, but this bill would require the PUC, an independent regulatory body responsible for overseeing public utilities, to review and give its consent before these agreements become final. This change aims to ensure that agreements concerning these significant regional electricity infrastructure projects are subject to oversight and approval by the PUC, providing an additional layer of review for matters that could affect Vermont and its electricity consumers.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Committee on Energy and Digital Infrastructure Hearing (00:00:00 1/9/2026 ) (on 01/09/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.593 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/H-0593/H-0593%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
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