H8167

Directs the department of education to develop and adopt regulations for energy capable school buildings.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H8167 mandates the Department of Education to create regulations for energy-efficient school buildings.

Rhode Island H8167 requires the Department of Education, in consultation with the Office of Energy Resources, to develop and adopt regulations ensuring all school buildings meet the latest NE-CHPS standard of zero energy capable by December 31, 2037. These regulations must allow flexibility for local education agencies to pursue state and federal funding sources for energy efficiency or renewable energy systems without penalties or reduction in state housing aid.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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4
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 30

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

Apr 30

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 24

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance