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RI H7677
Bill
Status
2/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tina Spears
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AI Summary
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Requires General Assembly approval for any lease or license involving tidal lands of 25 acres or more, or any large-scale filling projects of 25 acres or more on state submerged lands
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Removes CRMC's authority to independently develop and adopt leasing systems for submerged and filled lands exceeding the 25-acre threshold
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Authorizes CRMC to recommend appropriate fees for large-scale tidal land uses and leases to the General Assembly
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Adds non-payment of lease fees as grounds for lease cancellation, with forfeiture of any fees already paid
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Provides that the legislature would be the body that negotiates on behalf of the state for all activities occurring in, on and over state submerged land extending beyond twenty-five (25) acres.
Waters And Navigation
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/10/2026