Rhode Island bills · 2026 Regular Session

Rhode Island HB 7068

AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- ENERGY FACILITY SITING ACT

Introduced
In committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
To Governor
Became law

Sponsors

Boylan (Democratic)
Speakman (Democratic)
Carson (Democratic)
Casey (Democratic)
Solomon (Democratic)

Summary

Official abstract published by the Rhode Island legislature· summary

Expands the review and oversight of regional transmission spending by the energy facilities siting board.

Text versions

7068

Roll-call votes

No recorded votes on this bill.

Actions

Mar 19, 2026 · Legislature
03/19/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Mar 13, 2026 · Legislature
03/13/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/19/2026)
Jan 14, 2026 · House
01/14/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations