S.2645

Applies to electric generating facilities generating electricity on/after 1/1/25 regarding sale/transmission of electricity/facility restructuring/last-resort service.

Introduced·2/27/26

Rhode Island S2645 regulates electric-generating facilities from 2025, focusing on restructuring, retail access, and last-resort service.

Rhode Island S2645 applies to electric-generating facilities from January 1, 2025, concerning restructuring, retail access, and last-resort service. Electric distribution companies must file restructuring plans with the commission, including transferring ownership of generation facilities to separate affiliates. These companies must also offer retail access from nonregulated power producers to all customers and provide last-resort service for those who leave the standard offer. The commission reviews and approves these plans, ensuring they benefit consumers and comply with state law.

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Where it stands

Current
Commerce Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Jun 2

12:00 AM

Senate Commerce Consideration

Apr 28

12:00 AM

Senate Commerce Hearing

History

Jun 9

Senate

Senate voted to recommit to Senate Commerce

Jun 2

Senate

Committee recommends passage of Sub A

Jun 2

Senate

Placed on Senate Calendar (06/09/2026)