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RI S3125

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Frank Ciccone

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Gas distribution companies must conspicuously display itemized information on customer bills, including total therms consumed, distribution costs, customer charges, conservation costs, applicable credits, low-income customer support charges, taxes, and all other fees

  • Bills must include a visual illustration showing each component and its associated cost, covering supply, distribution, ratepayer-funded programs, taxes, and other charges

  • Gas distribution companies must issue a single consolidated bill for gas service to all customers in their service territory

  • The division of public utilities has authority to approve or deny the adequacy of the bill format chosen by each company for compliance

  • Effective upon passage

Legislative Description

Provides that every gas distribution company that charges for the distribution of would need to include certain information on any bill or statement provided to the consumer.

Public Utilities And Carriers

Last Action

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

4/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce3/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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