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Read. Follow. Verify.Vermont Bill Establishes EV Charging Incentives, Public Transit Expansion, and State Rideshare Service
Last action · February 3, 2026: Read first time and referred to the Committee on TransportationSponsor: Brian Cina
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What This Bill Would Do
Vermont H.851 directs the Agency of Transportation to establish three pilot programs: one to incentivize gas stations to add EV chargers and traveler amenities, another to stabilize and expand public transit through incentives and autonomous vehicles, and a third to operate a statewide rideshare service.
The measure introduces new state-backed transportation initiatives that could alter highway service availability, public transit funding streams, and on-demand transit options across Vermont.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
gas station owners
Eligible to receive incentives to install electric vehicle charging equipment and expand traveler facilities.
public transit agencies
Authorized to study autonomous vehicle usage and receive revenues generated from the State-operated rideshare service.
electric vehicle drivers
Gain access to new charging stations equipped with rest, food, and sanitary facilities along highways.
Key Facts
- Creates a pilot program to provide incentives for existing gas stations to install electric vehicle supply equipment.
- Supports the addition of traveler amenities at gas stations such as food services, seating, sleeping or resting spaces, showers, and restrooms.
- Establishes a pilot program to stabilize and expand State public transit systems using rider incentives like prizes or local business discounts.
- Permits public transit agencies to examine the use of autonomous vehicles to supplement services, extend hours, or connect existing routes.
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- Creates a pilot project within the Agency of Transportation to establish a State-operated on-demand rideshare service throughout Vermont.
- Directs revenues from the State-operated rideshare program to support existing Vermont public transit agencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What facilities can gas stations add under the electric vehicle pilot program?
How will the public transit pilot program encourage ridership?
Where will the revenue from the State-operated rideshare service go?
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Votes, people, money & the original sourceWhere This Stands
Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Feb 3, 2026HouseIntroducedRead first time and referred to the Committee on Transportation
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