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On notice, the Board shall have jurisdiction to hear, determine, render judgment, and make orders and decrees in all matters provided for in the charter or articles of any corporation owning or operating any plant, line, or property subject to supervision under this chapter, and shall have like jurisdiction in all matters respecting:
(1) the quantity or quality of any service furnished or sold by any company subject to supervision under this chapter, and may prescribe the equipment for and standard of service;
(2) the manner of operating and conducting any business subject to supervision under this chapter so as to be reasonable and expedient and to promote the safety, convenience, and accommodation of the public;
(3) the price, toll, rate, or rental charged by any company subject to supervision under this chapter when unreasonable or in violation of law;
(4) the sufficiency and maintenance of proper systems, plants, lines, terminals, facilities, and equipment when the public safety and welfare require; and
(5) the restraint of any company subject to supervision under this chapter from violations of law, unjust discriminations, usurpation, or extortion.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Vermont Statutes Title 5. Aeronautics and Surface Transportation Generally, § 1808. Jurisdiction of Transportation Board; general scope - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/vt/title-5-aeronautics-and-surface-transportation-generally/vt-st-tit-5-sect-1808.html
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