Leaders in the Field

On June 16, 2026, VT Gov. Phil Scott signed into law Act No. 145 (S.71), titled “An act relating to consumer data privacy and online surveillance.”  The Act creates the new Vermont Data Privacy and Online Surveillance Act (“VDPOSA”), which goes into effect on January 1, 2028. 

DRM's overview of 2026 Captive Legislation.

Among the many nuances in the Vermont Public Utility Commission’s soon to be adopted Rule 9.000 on energy storage, one small but curious phrase has drawn particular attention: “radio tower site.”

After five years and numerous fits and starts, the Vermont PUC's final rules on storage projects have been approved and issued in final form. The new rules - PUC Rule 9.000 - are effective May 1, 2026.