SB 2260: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- BUILDING BENCHMARKING AND REPORTING ACT OF 2026
SB 2260 status: Vetoed — 06/24/2026 Vetoed by Governor (updated Jun 24, 2026).
What this bill does
Overall score
Bill summary
OfficialRhode Island will now require big buildings to track how much energy and water they use and meet new rules for being more efficient.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- Encourages energy and water efficiency
- Supports climate goal monitoring
Risks
- No direct ecological restoration
Economy
Benefits
- Identifies operational cost savings
Risks
- Compliance costs for building owners
- Administrative burden for facility management
Society
Benefits
- Potential for improved building health standards
Risks
- No direct impact on public social services identified
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
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Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Vetoed by the Governor, signaling significant political or economic opposition
Analysis based on abstract only, lacking full bill language
Where it stands
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