H8216

Requires the coastal resources management council to conduct a review of certain water classifications and existing policies and regulations to properly account for sea level rise.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H8216 mandates a review of water classifications and coastal policies to address sea level rise.

Rhode Island H8216 requires the Coastal Resources Management Council to review water classifications and existing policies to account for sea level rise. The review includes reassessing water types and evaluating if current designations meet goals. The council must also examine policies and regulations to ensure they support climate change adaptation. An advisory committee will assist with these reviews, and the council will present an action plan and monthly progress reports.

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Where it stands

Current
State Government & Elections Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDD
3
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 30

12:00 AM

House State Government & Elections Consideration

Mar 10

12:00 AM

House State Government & Elections Hearing

History

Apr 30

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 24

House

Scheduled for consideration (04/30/2026)

Mar 10

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study