Rep. Logan Nicoll

Co-sponsor H 56

Introduced · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

An act relating to affordable community energy solutions

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Public Utility Commission's authority to regulate thermal energy networks, which distribute heat from noncombustible sources like geothermal systems to buildings for heating and cooling. It requires the Commission to create rules for permitting these networks and mandates a public good certificate before any company can build such infrastructure, ensuring projects align with regional and municipal planning. The legislation also prohibits expanding natural gas service into new areas and directs the Commission to develop a tiered discount system for low-income energy assistance. Additionally, it sets up a collaborative group to design an electricity affordability program focused on helping low-income residential customers pay their utility bills.

EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes regulatory framework for thermal energy networks using noncombustible sources like geothermal, promoting clean energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.85% confidence

Introduced Jan 18, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary H 49

Introduced · Vermont House · Lead sponsor

An act relating to establishing a statewide retirement system for voluntary firefighters

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes creating a new statewide retirement system specifically for voluntary firefighters in Vermont who are not currently covered by existing state or municipal retirement plans. The Office of the State Treasurer would be responsible for establishing and managing this new system, ensuring these volunteers have access to retirement benefits. The legislation directly affects volunteer fire departments across the state by extending retirement security to their members who do not qualify for other public employee retirement systems.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes retirement benefits for volunteer firefighters, expanding worker benefits and protecting their economic security.90% confidence

Introduced Jan 13, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor H 266

Signed into law · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

An act relating to health insurance coverage for hearing aids

Signed into law May 12, 2022 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor H 265

Signed into law · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

An act relating to the Office of the Child, Youth, and Family Advocate

Signed into law May 12, 2022 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HCR 160

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution honoring the General Assembly’s venerable head doorkeeper, Cornelius F. Reed Jr. of Wolcott

Passed May 10, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HCR 163

Passed · Vermont House · Lead sponsor

House concurrent resolution honoring Ludlow civic leader Herbert Van Guilder

Passed May 7, 2022 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HCR 103

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2021 class of Eagle Scouts in the State of Vermont

Passed May 5, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 156

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month in Vermont

Passed May 5, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor JRH 18

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

Joint resolution relating to the Russian invasion of Ukraine

Passed May 4, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 157

Passed · Vermont House · Co-sponsor

House concurrent resolution honoring Vermont’s correctional personnel and recognizing National Correctional Officers Week in Vermont

Passed May 3, 2022 1 co-sponsor Track