Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 969: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 969 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on April 16, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION. Primary sponsor: Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Sue Sosnowski (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 6, 2025): 05/06/2025 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.
Changes utility company billing practices so that when a gas electric utility changes their customer billing, they are required to file a copy of the new bill with the PUC for approval, with a complete explanation of the changes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Sue Sosnowski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/06/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/02/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/06/2025)
- 04/16/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Commerce