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H8173

Amends current law so that private side lead service replacement costs, financed by the water supplier's customers that may be eligible for reimbursement from the state, would no longer be subject to appropriation by the general assembly.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island bill H8173 exempts private side lead service replacement costs from state appropriations.

Rhode Island bill H8173 amends the Lead Poisoning Prevention Act to exempt private side lead service replacement costs from state appropriations. Water suppliers may be eligible for reimbursement from the state for costs associated with private side lead service replacements financed by their customers. The bill mandates water suppliers to develop a service line inventory by October 16, 2024, to determine the presence of lead in each water connection. Water suppliers must prioritize projects for disadvantaged customers and those most sensitive to lead effects.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 12

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

May 12

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 8

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance
H8173 Rhode Island: Rhode Island bill H8173 exempts private side lead service replacement costs… (Introduced) | Amendment