Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5533: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- STATE AID
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5533 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- STATE AID. Primary sponsor: Susan Donovan (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), David Place (Republican), Brian Newberry (Republican), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (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.
Reinstates general revenue sharing of state aid among the 39 cities and towns in Rhode Island. The initial amount is based upon population, and increased annually thereafter based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| David Place | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
| Brian Newberry | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 48 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
“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)
- 02/13/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance