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H7175Introduced in the House

Requires Rhode Island Energy to enter into at least one long-term contract, for at least a four (4) year period, to procure natural gas pipeline capacity with an interstate pipeline operator.

Introduced

Introduced by Michael Chippendale, District 40

What does this bill do?

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Official description

PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION-NATURAL GAS SUPPLIERS - Requires Rhode Island Energy to enter into at least one long-term contract, for at least a four (4) year period, to procure natural gas pipeline capacity with an interstate pipeline operator.

Where it stands

Withdrawn at sponsor's request (03/19/2026)

March 16, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Corporations

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration

  3. Withdrawn at sponsor's request (03/19/2026)

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