RI S2012 | 2026 | Regular Session

Status

Sponsorship: Bipartisan Bill
Status: Introduced on January 9 2026 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2026-04-07 - Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Pending: Senate Commerce Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- TRANSPARENCY IN ELECTRIC AND GAS BILLS ACT - Requires electric and gas utilities to provide a detailed breakdown of supply, delivery, and public policy costs on electric and gas bills, including specific costs for renewable energy sources, and mandate public comment and PUC approval.

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Title

Requires electric and gas utilities to provide a detailed breakdown of supply, delivery, and public policy costs on electric and gas bills, including specific costs for renewable energy sources, and mandate public comment and PUC approval.

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Roll Calls

2026-04-07 - Senate - Senate Committee on Commerce: Be held for further study (Y: 8 N: 0 NV: 0 Abs: 3) [PASS]

History

DateChamberAction
2026-04-07SenateCommittee recommended measure be held for further study
2026-04-03SenateScheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)
2026-01-09SenateIntroduced, referred to Senate Commerce

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