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RI S2080
RI S2080Repeals the 2021 Act on Climate which established a statewide greenhouse gas emission reduction mandate in its entirety.
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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would repeal the 2021 Act on Climate which established a statewide greenhouse gas emission reduction mandate in its entirety. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill repeals the 2021 Act on Climate in its entirety, which means it would eliminate all provisions of that previous law, including the statewide greenhouse gas emission reduction mandate. This mandate, established by the 2021 Act, set specific, legally binding targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the state, aiming for significant reductions by 2030, 2040, and net-zero emissions by 2050, and also established a climate change coordinating council and related advisory boards to oversee these efforts. The repeal of this act would take effect immediately upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture (on 01/16/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2080.pdf |
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