The bill amends Section 42-64-14.1 of the General Laws concerning the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation, specifically regarding the approval process for oil refinery projects. It establishes that the final approval or denial of project plans for the location and construction of oil refineries is exclusively reserved for the General Assembly. This amendment emphasizes that the General Assembly holds exclusive jurisdiction over these projects, overriding any conflicting general or public laws or local ordinances.

The bill removes the provision that included nuclear plant projects in the jurisdiction of the General Assembly, thereby limiting the exclusive approval authority to oil refinery projects only. As a result, nuclear plant projects will no longer require General Assembly approval for their construction. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
7235: 42-64-14.1