H7270

Requires the public utilities commission to provide for a classification of service for retail electricity consumers that are large energy use facilities.

Introduced·1/23/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7270 mandates the Public Utilities Commission to classify service for large energy use facilities, ensuring equitable and efficient.

Rhode Island H7270 requires the Public Utilities Commission to create a distinct service classification for large energy use facilities, defined as those using or capable of using 20 megawatts or more. These facilities primarily offer services like cloud storage, application hosting, and data entry. The commission must ensure that tariffs and rates for these facilities do not increase costs or risks for other consumers, contribute to grid efficiency, and support the state's clean energy targets.

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Where it stands

Current
Corporations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 7

12:00 AM

House Corporations Hearing

History

Apr 7

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 3

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)

Jan 23

House

Introduced, referred to House Corporations