Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5685: AN ACT RELATING TO HOLIDAYS AND DAYS OF SPECIAL OBSERVANCE -- WORK ON HOLIDAYS AND SUNDAYS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5685 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HOLIDAYS AND DAYS OF SPECIAL OBSERVANCE -- WORK ON HOLIDAYS AND SUNDAYS. Primary sponsor: Evan Shanley (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Greg Costantino (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 5, 2025): 03/05/2025 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.
Allows casino workers to receive overtime pay for working Sundays and Holidays.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Greg Costantino | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| 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
- 03/05/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/28/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/05/2025)
- 02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to House Labor