S.3148

Provides that the legislature would be the body that negotiates on behalf of the state for all activities occurring in, on and over state submerged land extending beyond twenty-five (25) acres.

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Rhode Island S3148 establishes the legislature as the negotiating body for state submerged land activities over 25 acres.

Rhode Island S3148 amends the General Laws to designate the legislature as the entity responsible for negotiating on behalf of the state for activities occurring in, on, and over state submerged land extending beyond 25 acres. This bill highlights the importance of preserving the state's natural resources and ensuring adequate resource planning for the control and regulation of these resources. The Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) is tasked with managing and planning for the preservation of the state's coastal resources, including submerged lands.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

69 Yea

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0 Nay

6 Not Voting

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Calendar

Jun 2

12:00 AM

Senate Environment and Agriculture Consideration

Apr 29

12:00 AM

Senate Environment and Agriculture Hearing

History

Jun 23

Senate

Signed by Governor

Jun 18

Senate

Transmitted to Governor

Jun 8

House

House passed in concurrence