S.2531

Establishes the Plastic Waste Conversion Facility Act.

Introduced·2/13/26
Introduced Text

Prohibits the construction and operation of new plastic waste conversion facilities in Rhode Island.

The Plastic Waste Conversion Facility Act prohibits the issuance of any permit or license for the construction or operation of a new plastic waste conversion facility in Rhode Island. The act defines plastic waste conversion facilities as those using regulated technologies to convert plastic waste into fuels, chemical feedstocks, or other products. The act takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Agriculture Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Environment & Agriculture: Be held for further study

7 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 29

12:00 AM

Senate Environment and Agriculture Hearing

History

Apr 29

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 24

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/29/2026)

Feb 13

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture