The bill proposed by the General Assembly of the State of Vermont outlines the Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation Program, which aims to enhance transportation infrastructure and reduce greenhouse gas emissions through various funding allocations and definitions. Key definitions introduced include "Candidate project," "Development and evaluation (D&E) project," and "Electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE)." The bill allocates funds for initiatives such as the Park and Ride Program, Bike and Pedestrian Facilities Program, and Public Transit Program, while also addressing specific projects within the Rail Program, including the deletion of a project related to Barre Berlin-Montpelier and the addition of funding for the White River Junction Depot Repairs.

Additionally, the bill mandates the evaluation of funding streams and municipal assistance programs by a consultant, with a report due to legislative committees by January 15, 2026. It introduces a mileage-based user fee for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) registered in Vermont, set to begin collection on or before January 1, 2027, contingent on funding availability. The bill also emphasizes the importance of reducing vehicle miles traveled and greenhouse gas emissions, enhances Medicaid Non-Emergency Transportation services, and establishes a working group to improve coordination between healthcare and transportation services. Furthermore, it outlines a process for issuing vehicle identification numbers for ultra-low volume motor vehicles and amends laws regarding the marking of underground utility facilities, with certain provisions taking effect immediately and others on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 5-3408, 19-306
As Passed By the House -- Official: 5-3408, 19-306
As Passed By the House -- Unofficial: 5-3408, 19-306
As Passed by Both House and Senate -- Official: 5-3408, 19-306, 19-10g, 19-10g(g), 19-10b, 19-10c, 19-10i, 5-3405, 30-7006, 30-7006a
As Passed by Both House and Senate -- Unofficial: 5-3408, 19-306, 19-10b, 19-10c, 19-10i, 30-7006, 30-7006a
As Enacted: 5-3408, 19-306, 19-10b, 19-10c, 19-10i, 30-7006, 30-7006a