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RI H7918

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Casey

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Backflow prevention device inspections would be required once every 10 years instead of annually, except in emergency or public health situations

  • Amends Rhode Island's cross-connection control regulations under the Public Drinking Water Supply law (Section 46-13-22)

  • Prohibits state regulators from enforcing any rule requiring more frequent inspections or certifications than the 10-year standard

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Requires that a backflow test be performed every ten (10) years, rather than the current yearly inspection.

Waters And Navigation

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Environment and Natural Resources

2/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Natural Resources2/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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