H7879Introduced in the House
Facilitates the study of thermal energy technology to determine if these goals can be met by the implementation of thermal energy networks in Rhode Island.
Introduced by Terri-Denise Cortvriend, District 72
What does this bill do?
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Official description
PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- THERMAL ENERGY NETWORK AND JOBS ACT - Facilitates the study of thermal energy technology to determine if these goals can be met by the implementation of thermal energy networks in Rhode Island.
Where it stands
Effective without Governor's signature
June 24, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
House votes
2 recorded votes · each counted separately
Senate votes
1 recorded vote · each counted separately
SenateStage: Passage · June 11, 2026
38
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
38 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Bissaillon | 1 | Yes |
| Ana Quezada | 2 | Yes |
| Samuel Zurier | 3 | Yes |
| Stefano Famiglietti | 4 | Yes |
| Samuel Bell | 5 | Yes |
| Tiara Mack | 6 | Yes |
| Frank Ciccone | 7 | Yes |
| Lori Urso | 8 | Yes |
| John Burke | 9 | Yes |
| Walter Felag | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to House Corporations
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/19/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Scheduled for consideration (06/08/2026)
Proposed Substitute
Committee recommends passage of Sub A
Placed on House Calendar (06/09/2026)
House passed Sub A
Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
Senate passed Sub A in concurrence
Transmitted to Governor
Effective without Governor's signature
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