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VT H0851
VT H0851An act relating to establishing pilot programs related to highway services for electric vehicles, stabilizing and supporting public transit, and establishing a Vermont rideshare service
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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to create a pilot program within the Agency of Transportation to provide incentives for existing gas stations to install electric vehicle supply equipment together with the addition or expansion at the stations of facilities and services to promote social drivers of health for individuals traveling in electric vehicles. New or expanded facilities that may be supported by the program include facilities that serve or sell food, seating areas, spaces for individuals to sleep or rest while their vehicle is charging, shower facilities, and restrooms. This bill also proposes to create a pilot program within the Agency of Transportation to stabilize and expand the State public transit systems. The program would support the creation of incentives for individuals to use existing transit lines, including opportunities to win prizes or earn discounts at local businesses. The program would also support public transit agencies’ examination of the use of autonomous vehicles to supplement or expand H.851 existing services, including by providing more frequent service, extended service hours, or connections between existing routes. This bill would also create a pilot project within the Agency of Transportation to establish a State-operated rideshare service that would provide on-demand transportation to individuals throughout Vermont. Revenues from the program would be used to support Vermont’s existing public transit agencies.
AI Summary
This bill establishes three pilot programs within the Agency of Transportation to improve transportation options in Vermont. First, it aims to support the installation of electric vehicle charging equipment at existing gas stations by providing incentives, and encourages these stations to also offer amenities like food, seating, rest areas, showers, and restrooms to enhance the experience for electric vehicle travelers. Second, it seeks to stabilize and expand public transit by offering incentives for people to use existing bus and train routes, such as prize drawings or local business discounts, and by exploring the use of autonomous vehicles to supplement or extend current transit services, potentially leading to more frequent or longer operating hours. Finally, the bill proposes a state-operated rideshare service to provide on-demand transportation across Vermont, with revenues generated from this service dedicated to supporting existing public transit agencies.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Committee on Transportation Hearing (11:20:00 2/13/2026 Room 43) (on 02/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.851 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/H-0851/H-0851%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
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