Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2160: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- RHODE ISLAND NONCOMPETITION AGREEMENT ACT
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Plain-language summary
SB 2160 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- RHODE ISLAND NONCOMPETITION AGREEMENT ACT. Primary sponsor: Matt LaMountain (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2026): 04/01/2026 Referred to House Labor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits noncompete agreements except for noncompete agreements between a seller and buyer of a business; creates civil action for an employer for the violation of an agreement by employee regarding disclosure or wrongful utilization of trade secrets.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
- 04/01/2026 Referred to House Labor
- 03/31/2026 Senate read and passed
- 03/27/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (03/31/2026)
- 03/26/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 03/24/2026 Scheduled for consideration (03/26/2026)
- 03/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2026)
- 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary