H7888

Provides that effective July 1, 2026, the profit margin of any electric distribution company or distributor of natural gas, would not exceed four percent (4%), in any given calendar year.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7888 limits the profit margin of electric and gas distribution companies to 4% starting July 1, 2026.

Rhode Island H7888 amends the Public Utilities Commission laws to cap the profit margin of electric and gas distribution companies at 4% annually, effective July 1, 2026. The bill defines profit margin as the return on equity. Companies with over 100,000 customers must file annual infrastructure, safety, and reliability spending plans with the commission. The commission reviews and approves these plans if they align with safety and reliability goals. The bill also mandates energy-savings targets and requires companies to report on their performance in achieving these targets.

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Where it stands

Current
Corporations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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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)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Corporations