S.0218

An act relating to reducing chloride contamination of State waters

Vetoed·5/7/26

Vermont S0218 establishes a Chloride Contamination Reduction Program to train and certify commercial salt applicators, aiming to reduce chloride.

Vermont S0218 creates the Chloride Contamination Reduction Program to educate, train, and certify commercial salt applicators. The program, managed by the Secretary of Natural Resources, aims to reduce chloride contamination of state waters by promoting best management practices for salt application. Certified applicators must submit annual salt usage summaries and maintain records of their practices. The bill also establishes an affirmative defense for certified applicators against claims for damages caused by snow or ice, provided they follow best practices.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

85 Yea

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54 Nay

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1 Not Voting

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9 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 15

10:30 AM

House Committee on Judiciary Hearing

Apr 15

11:30 AM

House Committee on Environment Hearing

History

May 15

Senate

Unfinished Business/Pending Question: Shall the bill pass, notwithstanding the Governor's refusal to approve the bill?

May 15

Senate

Recommitted to Committee on Natural Resources and Energy on motion of Senator Baruth

May 14

Senate

Unfinished Business/Pending Question: Shall the bill pass, notwithstanding the Governor's refusal to approve the bill?