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Committee reviews building‑energy package, contractor registry task force and municipal enforcement changes
Summary
The committee examined H718, a broader building‑energy bill that directs an assessment of a residential building code, creates a residential contractor registry task force, expands energy‑education modules for trades, and clarifies municipal authority to adopt and enforce state energy codes with a temporary 'safe harbor' tied to the governor's executive order.
The Natural Resources & Energy committee took up H718 on April 1, a wide‑ranging bill that would change how Vermont approaches building energy standards, licensing education and municipal enforcement.
Legislative counsel explained that H718 directs the Director of the Division of Fire and Building Safety to assess whether Vermont should formally adopt a residential building code and submit recommendations by Jan. 15, 2027. The bill also establishes a 15‑member residential contractor registry task force to advise the Office of Professional Regulation (OPR) on improvements to the existing registry, possible voluntary certifications and outreach; the draft…
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