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Providence council approves phased ban on gas-powered leaf blowers after equity debate
Summary
The Providence City Council voted to pass, as amended, an ordinance phasing out gas-powered leaf blowers with a city pilot this fall and a broader seasonal phase-out beginning in 2030; supporters cited air-quality and worker-health benefits, opponents warned of harms to small businesses and workers.
Providence — The Providence City Council voted to pass, for the second time and as amended, an ordinance to phase out gas-powered leaf blowers after councilors debated implementation and equity concerns.
Councilor Anderbrock, who explained the amendment, said the measure begins with a city-run pilot this fall and stages a citywide seasonal phase-out beginning in 2030. She said the amendment moves enforcement to the Department of Public Works and adds an education-first approach so residents and…
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