H7069

Removes clean coal as a renewable fuel given priority as an energy generation project.

Introduced·1/14/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7069 removes clean coal as a renewable fuel given priority as an energy generation project.

Rhode Island H7069 amends the Energy Facility Siting Act to remove clean coal as a renewable fuel given priority as an energy generation project. The bill modifies the criteria for energy generation projects to exclude clean coal technology as a preferred fuel source. The act also outlines the state's policy for energy facility siting, emphasizing the importance of meeting energy needs while minimizing environmental impact and ensuring cost-effectiveness.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Natural Resources Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 25

12:00 AM

House Environment and Natural Resources Hearing

Mar 19

12:00 AM

House Corporations Hearing

History

Mar 25

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 20

House

Committee transferred to House Environment and Natural Resources

Mar 20

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/25/2026)