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VT H0695
VT H0695An act relating to approval of amendments to the charter of the Town of Bennington concerning a local option tax on short-term rentals
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Introduced
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
In Committee
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to approve amendments to the charter of the Town of Bennington to authorize the Town to apply a one percent local option tax on non-owner-occupied short-term rentals.
AI Summary
This bill approves amendments to the charter of the Town of Bennington, which were previously approved by the town's voters on March 4, 2025, and now authorizes the town to implement a one percent local option tax on non-owner-occupied short-term rentals, meaning rentals that are not the primary residence of the owner. This new tax is added as an option alongside existing taxes on alcoholic beverages and general sales, and the act will become effective upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs Hearing (00:00:00 2/10/2026 ) (on 02/10/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.695 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/H-0695/H-0695%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
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