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RI H7177
Bill
Status
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michael Chippendale
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AI Summary
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Prohibits the renewal or entry into any net metering contracts regulated by state law, as well as any customer-sited or grid-connected power generation energy contracts
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Bans Rhode Island from entering into long-term contracts (exceeding 5 years) for purchasing solar or wind energy from any energy provider
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Eliminates state funding for subsidizing the purchase or installation of heat pumps provided by utilities or governmental agencies, including programs through the Office of Energy Resources
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Effective date: January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Places a moratorium on net metering contracts, subsidies for heat pumps and long-term contracts for the purchasing of solar or wind energy.
Public Utilities And Carriers
Last Action
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/19/2026)
3/13/2026