Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7739: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- THE GREEN BUILDINGS ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7739 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- THE GREEN BUILDINGS ACT. Primary sponsor: Katie Kazarian (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 11, 2026): 03/11/2026 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.
Creates the green buildings act commission to consist of 17 members, responsible for the implementation of the green buildings act.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/11/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/11/2026)
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Environment and Natural Resources