gains have made today’ s diesel trucks significantly cleaner, safer, and more efficient. They are also more affordable. A recent analysis by the California Air Resources Board( CARB) found that an electric Class

8 truck costs approximately $ 435,839— roughly $ 280,000 more than a comparable diesel model.

We respectfully urge the Legislature to include a provision in the FY2026 transportation budget( H. 488) or the DMV Miscellaneous Bill( S. 123) to delay the implementation of the Vermont Advanced Clean Trucks( ACT) Regulation.

Such a delay would allow for the expansion of charging infrastructure, maturation of zero-emission vehicle( ZEV) technology, and greater equity in vehicle access across all communities. This approach would support environmental progress while safeguarding the operational, economic, and logistical needs of Vermont’ s businesses, municipalities, and essential services.

In the interest of providing certainty and predictability during these volatile times, we respectfully urge you to pause enforcement of the current mandates affecting businesses that are making substantial investments to deliver essential goods and services. We appreciate your attention to this urgent matter and stand ready to engage in continued dialogue on how Vermont’ s climate goals can be effectively aligned with the operational realities of the transportation sector. l FON

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