Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7081: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- NEXT GENERATION PUBLIC BUILDINGS ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7081 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- NEXT GENERATION PUBLIC BUILDINGS ACT. Primary sponsor: Lauren Carson (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 25, 2026): 03/25/2026 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.
Prohibits the use of heating systems utilizing fossil fuels as well as air or water heating systems in any state or municipal building open to the public constructed, altered or renovated on or after January 1, 2028.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| 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
- 03/25/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/25/2026)
- 03/20/2026 Committee transferred to House Environment and Natural Resources
- 01/14/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing