Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5343: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- STATE PURCHASES -- LEAD BY EXAMPLE ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5343 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- STATE PURCHASES -- LEAD BY EXAMPLE ACT. Primary sponsor: Edith Ajello (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 27, 2025): 02/27/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Takes several measures to lead by example by banning state purchases of plastic bottles, and requires state funds to be used to lease or purchase electric vehicles and renewable energy efficient technologies for use on state property.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/27/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/21/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/27/2025)
- 02/07/2025 Introduced, referred to House Environment and Natural Resources