Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 130: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- LITTER CONTROL AND RECYCLING
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 130 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 31, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- LITTER CONTROL AND RECYCLING. Primary sponsor: Bob Britto (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Sue Sosnowski (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 25, 2025): 02/25/2025 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.
Changes the fine for any person convicted of a first violation of this chapter from $85 to $200, and increases the period of time that the violator may be ordered to pick up litter.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Sue Sosnowski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/25/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/21/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/25/2025)
- 01/31/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary