RI H7138 | 2024 | Regular Session

Status

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 8-0)
Status: Introduced on January 11 2024 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2024-04-02 - Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Pending: House Corporations Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- REGULATORY POWERS OF ADMINISTRATION - Provides that any rate increase with respect to electric distribution companies would be no greater than the increase in the Consumer Price Index or f5.5%, whichever is greater, unless there is approval of a higher rate by the general assembly.

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Title

Provides that any rate increase with respect to electric distribution companies would be no greater than the increase in the Consumer Price Index or f5.5%, whichever is greater, unless there is approval of a higher rate by the general assembly.

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History

DateChamberAction
2024-04-02HouseCommittee recommended measure be held for further study
2024-03-29HouseScheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2024)
2024-01-11HouseIntroduced, referred to House Corporations

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