Rhode Island Governor Signs Bill Mandating Green Standards for Public Buildings
November 16, 2009 - 7:03pm — Paul.Karrer
On February 11, 2009, a bill (SB 232) was introduced in the Rhode Island General Assembly that would mandate at least a USGBC LEED "Certified" rating (or equivalent green certification) for public buildings and schools that enter the design phase after January 1, 2010. This would include all new facilities in excess of 5,000 square feet and all renovations in excess of 10,000 square feet.
STATUS: Gov. Donald Carcieri signed SB 232 into law as Public Law No. 2009-212 on November 9, 2009.
More information: Bill Home (search for "232") | Bill Text (as passed)
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