Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5391: AN ACT RELATING TO PARKS AND RECREATIONAL AREAS -- PREFERENCE FOR RESIDENTS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5391 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PARKS AND RECREATIONAL AREAS -- PREFERENCE FOR RESIDENTS. Primary sponsor: John Lombardi (Democratic), Paul Santucci (Republican), Raymond Hull (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 3, 2025): 04/03/2025 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.
Provides Rhode Island residents over nonresidents with priority when making reservations to secure a campsite and other recreational facilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Lombardi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/03/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/28/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/03/2025)
- 02/07/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance