Creates a taskforce to provide recommendations, advice and guidance to help expedite and provide technical assistance with regard to the development of solar energy systems on property owned by the state.

## Rhode Island Solar Siting Advisory Task Force Bill

This bill would create a new advisory task force in Rhode Island focused on expanding solar energy development on state-owned property. The task force would be responsible for offering recommendations, advice, and technical guidance to help speed up the process of building solar energy systems on land and buildings that belong to the state government. Essentially, it aims to make it easier and faster for Rhode Island to put solar panels on state property by having a dedicated group of experts and stakeholders working through the challenges involved.

The task force would likely affect state agencies that own or manage government property, solar energy developers and contractors, and utility companies. Indirectly, Rhode Island residents and businesses could be affected if expanded solar generation on state property influences energy prices or the state's overall energy supply. The bill could also impact taxpayers, since developing solar on state property could either generate revenue for the state or require upfront investment.

Currently, the bill has been introduced in the Rhode Island House and referred to the House Corporations Committee. The committee has recommended holding the bill for further study, meaning it has not yet moved forward in the legislative process. A hearing is scheduled for March 19, 2026, where lawmakers will have the opportunity to examine the proposal more closely before deciding whether to advance it.