Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2167: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- RETIREMENT OF MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2167 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- RETIREMENT OF MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES. Primary sponsor: Mark McKenney (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Gordon Rogers (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 13, 2026): 05/13/2026 Meeting postponed (05/13/2026).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Increases the number of days a retired municipal employee could work in a calendar year without interruption of pension benefits to 90 days.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/13/2026 Meeting postponed (05/13/2026)
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming