Bill > H0740

This bill grants the Agency of Natural Resources, specifically the Secretary, expanded authority to collect data for the state's greenhouse gas inventory and registry, which tracks emissions that contribute to climate change. It mandates the creation of a comprehensive reporting program that includes all emission sources, particularly fuel suppliers, who will be required to provide information on the types and volumes of fuels sold across different sectors and counties. The bill also sets a deadline of March 1, 2027, for the Secretary to submit proposed rules for this program to the Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules and appropriates $800,000 in fiscal year 2027 to support the development of these rules, a database for emission sources, and staff time for data collection.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.740