Client Resources Vermont Act 250: Chris Roy Provides Testimony to House Natural Resources Committee

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.

Beginning on March 1, 2026, the Residential Real Estate Rule will require reports to be submitted to FinCEN in connection with certain residential real estate transfers.

On January 1, 2026, the State of Vermont’s statutory prohibition on PFAS in consumer products became effective. Vermont is among the growing number of states that are regulating the manufacturing, distribution, and use of consumer products that contain intentionally added PFAS.

The beginning of 2025 marked an uncertain year for estate tax planning purposes. Review a summary of some of the provisions, as well as law that remains unchanged, for you to consider when reviewing your estate plan and planning for filing tax returns in 2026 and beyond.