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The Extra Online Bill
Vermont bans extra online fees for municipal utility bills
An act relating to prohibiting the imposition of convenience fees on online municipal utility payments
Good for everyday people ·
If passed, the bill would stop towns from adding extra charges when you pay your water or electric bill online.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
Citizens would keep more of their money and not be forced to pay hidden fees, while municipalities lose a small revenue source.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill would ban convenience fees on online municipal utility payments.
- It applies to all online payments for utilities like water, electricity, and gas.
- It is currently introduced and referred to the Energy and Digital Infrastructure Committee.
- Sponsor is Troy Headrick, an Independent representative.
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