S2218Introduced in the Senate
Directs the office of energy resources to develop building performance standards for large buildings in Rhode Island that would cause greenhouse gas emissions to decline in line with the act on climate requirements.
Introduced by Meghan Kallman, District 15
What does this bill do?
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Official description
HEALTH AND SAFETY -- BUILDING PERFORMANCE STANDARDS ACT OF 2026 - Directs the office of energy resources to develop building performance standards for large buildings in Rhode Island that would cause greenhouse gas emissions to decline in line with the act on climate requirements.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
April 15, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Committee on Environment & Agriculture: Be held for further study · April 15, 2026
8
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
8 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Lori Urso | 8 | Yes |
| Meghan Kallman | 15 | Yes |
| Robert Britto | 18 | Yes |
| Gordon Rogers | 21 | Yes |
| Lammis Vargas | 28 | Yes |
| Alana DiMario | 36 | Yes |
| Susan Sosnowski | 37 | Yes |
| Victoria Gu | 38 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/15/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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