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States Challenge Vermont's Climate Superfund Act Amid Federal Regulations

12/27/2025

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The federal government and 24 states challenge Vermont's Climate Superfund Act, arguing it interferes with federal greenhouse gas regulations.
The Vermont Public Interest Research Group says the law does not require emission cuts but makes polluters pay.
Sue Minter, Vermont's climate superfund specialist, says the law funds climate adaptation efforts.
A report due in January 2027 will assess costs tied to major oil companies for Vermont's climate impacts.

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The federal government and 24 states challenge Vermont's Climate Superfund Act, arguing it interferes with federal greenhouse gas regulations.
The Vermont Public Interest Research Group says the law does not require emission cuts but makes polluters pay.
Sue Minter, Vermont's climate superfund specialist, says the law funds climate adaptation efforts.
A report due in January 2027 will assess costs tied to major oil companies for Vermont's climate impacts.