Rhode Island directs $28 million winter electric-bill credit proposal
An executive order from Gov. Dan McKee directs the state energy office to seek a $28 million residential electric-bill credit as energy-assistance calls surge.
An executive order from Gov. Dan McKee directs the state energy office to seek a $28 million residential electric-bill credit as energy-assistance calls surge.
Gov. Dan McKee signed an executive order directing $28 million in emergency relief after Rhode Island Energy announced a double-digit winter electricity-price increase.
Gov. Dan McKee has signed Rhode Island’s fiscal 2027 budget, a balanced $15.2 billion plan described by state officials as including economic relief, added education and hospital support, government reforms and no broad-based tax or fee increases.
Gov. Dan McKee’s Executive Order 26-05 directs $28 million from RGGI auction reserves toward direct electric-rate relief for all Rhode Island residential electric customers.
Gov. Dan McKee signed a July 24 executive order directing $28 million in emergency assistance intended to help protect Rhode Island households from increased winter electricity prices.