Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2012: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- TRANSPARENCY IN ELECTRIC AND GAS BILLS ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2012 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- TRANSPARENCY IN ELECTRIC AND GAS BILLS ACT. Primary sponsor: Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Elaine Morgan (Republican), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Gordon Rogers (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 7, 2026): 04/07/2026 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.
Requires electric and gas utilities to provide a detailed breakdown of supply, delivery, and public policy costs on electric and gas bills, including specific costs for renewable energy sources, and mandate public comment and PUC approval.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Elaine Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)
- 01/09/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Commerce