Vermont Energy Equity Law establishes an electric ratepayer protection program for low- and moderate-income households and enhances consumer.

The Vermont Energy Equity Law mandates the Public Utility Commission to create a statewide electric ratepayer protection program for low- and moderate-income households. This program will include payment assistance for eligible customers, automatic screening methods using existing financial assistance data, and a funding mechanism that equitably distributes costs among all customers. The law also aims to reduce disconnection notices and disconnections, forgive arrearages, and ensure cost savings benefit customers.

Vermont Energy Equity Law establishes an electric ratepayer protection program for low- and moderate-income households and enhances consumer.

The Vermont Energy Equity Law mandates the Public Utility Commission to create a statewide electric ratepayer protection program for low- and moderate-income households. This program will include payment assistance for eligible customers, automatic screening methods using existing financial assistance data, and a funding mechanism that equitably distributes costs among all customers. The law also aims to reduce disconnection notices and disconnections, forgive arrearages, and ensure cost savings benefit customers.