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2/28/2025
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New bill allows purchase of nuclear power to cut electricity costs
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STATE HOUSE – A new bill has been introduced that would allow utility companies to purchase nuclear power in order to save consumers money on their electricity bills.
The legislation (2025-H 5575) was introduced by Rep. Joseph J. Solomon Jr. (D-Dist. 22, Warwick) and cosponsored by Rep. William W. O’Brien (D-Dist. 54, North Providence). It would allow public utility companies that provide electric and gas distribution to participate in projects that allow for the reliable transmission of nuclear power. The bill would also allow the utility to procure nuclear power and enter into long-term contracts for nuclear power.
“The costs people are seeing on their electric bills are unsustainable for so many of our state’s residents. We have to do everything in our power to bring these costs down, and that includes increasing our electricity supply with alternatives. This bill will not build a nuclear facility in Rhode Island, but it will allow our utility companies to purchase clean nuclear-powered electricity from existing plants located in other states, which will bring down costs for consumers,” said Representative Solomon.
“I think it is irresponsible to not look into alternative energy sources that can help bring down electricity costs that are crippling Rhode Islanders. Our residents are already stretched thin with the daily cost of living and this legislation will help alleviate the stress and anxiety that consumers are feeling every time they open up their electric bill,” said Representative O’Brien.
The legislation has been referred to the House Corporations Committee.
For more information, contact:
Andrew Caruolo, Publicist
State House Room 20
Providence, RI 02903
(401)222-6124
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