Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2133: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- NOMINATION OF PARTY AND INDEPENDENT CANDIDATES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2133 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- NOMINATION OF PARTY AND INDEPENDENT CANDIDATES. Primary sponsor: Mark McKenney (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 26, 2026): 02/26/2026 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.
Amends several statutes relating to elections and the dates for primaries and dates within which to file nomination papers and object to nomination papers.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/26/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/23/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/26/2026)
- 02/23/2026 Meeting postponed (02/24/2026)
- 02/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary