Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5138: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE RHODE ISLAND LOBBYING REFORM ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5138 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE RHODE ISLAND LOBBYING REFORM ACT. Primary sponsor: Leo Felix (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic), John Lombardi (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2025): 02/12/2025 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.
Prohibits lobbyists from making any political contributions to any member of the general assembly from January 1 through July 1 in any year, unless the general assembly adjourns for the year prior to July 1.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| John Lombardi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/12/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/07/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/12/2025)
- 01/22/2025 Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections