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SB 400

AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- 2021 ACT ON CLIMATE

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Frank Ciccone and 5 co-sponsors

Rhode Island climate legislation referred to Senate committee; specific provisions require full bill text review to assess environmental, economic, and regulatory impacts.

02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture
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Bill Summary · SB 400

Legislative bill overview

SB 400 is Rhode Island legislation addressing climate-related state affairs and government matters. The bill was recently introduced in February 2025 and referred to the Senate Environment and Agriculture Committee. Without access to the full bill text, the specific provisions cannot be detailed, but the title suggests it relates to climate policy implementation or modifications.

Why is this important

Climate legislation impacts Rhode Island's environmental standards, energy policies, and economic development strategies. As a coastal state vulnerable to sea-level rise and extreme weather, Rhode Island's climate policies affect infrastructure investment, business competitiveness, and resident health outcomes. State-level action on climate also influences local government planning and private sector adaptation strategies.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs vs. economic benefits – Balancing climate mitigation measures against potential business compliance expenses and job market transitions
  • Scope of government authority – Determining appropriate state versus local responsibility for climate-related regulations and enforcement
  • Timeline and targets – Disagreement over the pace of climate action requirements and whether goals are realistic or burdensome for various industries

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

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