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RI H7611

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Charlene Lima

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends Rhode Island's 100% renewable energy target deadline from 2033 to 2044, adding 11 years to the compliance timeline.

  • Shifts the escalating renewable energy percentage requirements to later years: the 6% increase moves from 2025 to 2036, 7% from 2026-2027 to 2037-2038, and subsequent increases follow the same 11-year delay pattern.

  • Maintains the existing renewable energy standard structure, including the cap of 2% from existing renewable resources and compliance through NE-GIS certificates or alternative compliance payments.

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage.

Legislative Description

Amends the obligation of entities to sell at retail to Rhode Island and use customers.

Public Utilities And Carriers

Last Action

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/19/2026)

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Corporations2/11/2026

Full Bill Text

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