An act relating to the Zero-Carbon Nuclear Feasibility Study for Vermont
This bill creates a 7-member committee to study the feasibility of building a new nuclear power plant in Vermont. The committee, including representatives from the state utility commission, electric companies, and bipartisan legislators, will examine past nuclear plant closures, legal barriers, and stakeholder input by December 2026. It will produce a report with recommendations for potential legislative action, but the bill itself does not authorize construction or funding. The study is strictly procedural, focusing on gathering information rather than making policy changes.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 21, 2026
Last action Jan 21, 2026
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Jan 21, 2026
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