Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7878: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7878 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS ACT. Primary sponsor: Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 31, 2026): 03/31/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires that the electric distribution company and the commission promulgate tariffs to address interconnection of energy storage systems and to provide compensation for at least 100 mega watts of energy storage systems sited in the state.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/31/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations