Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2529: 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
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Plain-language summary
SB 2529 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- NEXT GENERATION PUBLIC BUILDINGS ACT. Primary sponsor: Sam Bell (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 15, 2026): 04/15/2026 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/15/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/15/2026)
- 02/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture