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SB 652

AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- REFUSE DISPOSAL

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Gordon Rogers and 1 co-sponsor

SB 652 modifies Rhode Island refuse disposal health and safety standards; referred to committee for further study pending clarification of scope and fiscal impact.

04/09/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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Bill Summary · SB 652

Legislative bill overview

SB 652 is a Rhode Island bill addressing refuse disposal practices and health and safety standards related to waste management. The measure was introduced in March 2025 and referred to the Senate Environment and Agriculture Committee for review. As of April 2025, the committee recommended holding the bill for further study rather than advancing it immediately.

Why is this important

Refuse disposal regulations directly affect public health, environmental protection, and municipal operations across Rhode Island. Changes to waste management requirements can influence costs for households and municipalities, landfill operations, recycling programs, and compliance burdens for waste management companies. The committee's decision to delay suggests either complexity in the proposal or need for additional stakeholder input.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of regulations: Unclear whether the bill expands or restricts disposal requirements, affecting compliance costs for municipalities and waste haulers
  • Municipal vs. private sector impact: Questions about how new standards would apply differently to public waste systems versus private waste management companies
  • Implementation timeline and costs: Potential fiscal impact on municipalities and households depending on what new disposal practices or infrastructure investments are required

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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