An act relating to changes to the Clean Heat Standard

This bill proposes several administrative updates to Vermont's Clean Heat Standard program, which requires heating fuel suppliers to meet specific environmental requirements. The legislation directs the Public Utility Commission to establish a default delivery agent by June 1, 2024, to provide clean heat options to customers when suppliers fail to comply. It also allows the Commission to make certain rule changes through streamlined orders with public notice and comment periods, rather than going through the full rulemaking process. Additionally, the bill expands which government agencies can access tax records related to heating fuel sales for compliance auditing purposes. These changes take effect on July 1, 2024.