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RI S3032
Bill
Status
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
David Tikoian
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AI Summary
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Establishes a moratorium on changes to Rhode Island's state energy conservation code from the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) until January 1, 2031
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During the moratorium period, the state building code standards committee cannot adopt, and the state building office cannot enforce, any deviations from the 2024 IECC unless approved by the General Assembly and signed by the governor
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Requires the 2024 IECC to be adopted within 3 months of its release, while explicitly prohibiting adoption of the 2021 IECC
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Mandates the state building code standards committee revise the energy code to meet or exceed the 2024 IECC's electric readiness provisions within one year of its release
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Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Establishes a moratorium on changes to the state energy conservation code from the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code until January 1, 2031, unless approved by the legislature and made effective by the governor.
Health And Safety
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government
3/5/2026