An act relating to utility service disconnections and ratepayer protections

Summary

The bill directs the Public Utility Commission to create new rules governing deposits, service extensions, and the grounds and procedures for disconnecting gas, electric, and water service. It adds health‑based protections, bans shut‑offs during extreme heat, and obligates utilities to develop plans to minimize involuntary disconnections. The measure aims to improve equity and reliability for Vermont households.

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