Vermont H0277 proposes funding the Home Weatherization Assistance Program through a tax on fossil fuel sales and expands eligibility for.

Vermont H0277 introduces a tax on fossil fuel sales to fund the Home Weatherization Assistance Program. The bill proposes a tax of 0.75% on natural gas and coal and 0.5% on electricity, effective until June 30, 2029. It aims to increase funding for weatherization efforts, which would benefit Vermont citizens' health, the environment, and the economy. The bill also expands eligibility for weatherization assistance to include households with income up to 125% of the area or state median income.

Vermont H0277 proposes funding the Home Weatherization Assistance Program through a tax on fossil fuel sales and expands eligibility for.

Vermont H0277 introduces a tax on fossil fuel sales to fund the Home Weatherization Assistance Program. The bill proposes a tax of 0.75% on natural gas and coal and 0.5% on electricity, effective until June 30, 2029. It aims to increase funding for weatherization efforts, which would benefit Vermont citizens' health, the environment, and the economy. The bill also expands eligibility for weatherization assistance to include households with income up to 125% of the area or state median income.