S.2075

Requires the PUC to produce yearly reports beginning on January 1, 2027 on the ability of the current electric grid to handle electrification loads needed to power cars, buildings, and heating of homes within the state.

Introduced·1/16/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2075 mandates yearly reports from the Public Utilities Commission on the electric grid's capacity to support electrification needs.

Rhode Island S2075 amends the Public Utilities Commission's duties to include producing yearly reports starting January 1, 2027, analyzing the electric grid's ability to handle electrification loads for cars, buildings, and home heating. These reports will be shared with the speaker of the house, the senate president, and the governor. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Commerce Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 28

12:00 AM

Senate Commerce Hearing

History

Apr 28

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 24

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/28/2026)

Jan 16

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Commerce