Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5816: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- AFFORDABLE CLEAN ENERGY SECURITY ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5816 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 28, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- AFFORDABLE CLEAN ENERGY SECURITY ACT. Primary sponsor: Brandon Potter (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Casimiro, David Bennett (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2025): 04/01/2025 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.
Mandates state and electric distribution companies develop proposals and encourage off shore wind power development and give priority in those projects to providing employment and business opportunities to workers from disadvantaged communities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/01/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/28/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/01/2025)
- 02/28/2025 Introduced, referred to House Corporations