The bill repeals the entirety of Chapter 42-6.2, known as the "2021 Act on Climate." It establishes a new framework for addressing climate change in Rhode Island by creating a Climate Change Coordinating Council, which will consist of members from various state agencies. The council is tasked with assessing, integrating, and coordinating climate initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing community resilience.

The bill introduces an advisory board and a science and technical advisory board to provide guidance on climate issues. It outlines the responsibilities of state agencies to support the council's work, including the development of emission reduction strategies and the promotion of sustainable practices.

Additionally, the bill sets forth open government requirements, reporting obligations, and the powers and duties of state agencies regarding climate change. It establishes specific targets for greenhouse gas emission reductions: ten percent below 1990 levels by 2020, forty-five percent below 1990 levels by 2030, eighty percent below 1990 levels by 2040, and net-zero emissions by 2050. The bill also includes enforcement mechanisms for compliance with these targets.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of liberal construction and severability, ensuring that if any part of the chapter is deemed invalid, the remainder will still be effective. The act is set to take effect upon passage.