Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5022: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- AWARD OF MUNICIPAL CONTRACTS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5022 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 10, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- AWARD OF MUNICIPAL CONTRACTS. Primary sponsor: Brian Newberry (Republican), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Marvin Abney (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 6, 2025): 03/06/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Increases the maximum state and municipal small purchase limits from $10,000 to $25,000 for construction projects and from $5,000 to $10,000 for all other state and municipal purchases.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Newberry | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 48 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Marvin Abney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 73 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/06/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/03/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/06/2025)
- 01/10/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance