Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2168: 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
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Plain-language summary
SB 2168 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), David Tikoian (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Elaine Morgan (Republican), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Gordon Rogers (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 13, 2026): 05/13/2026 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.
Allows any peace officer working in a Rhode Island school as a full or part-time resource officer to work in excess of the 75 working days in a calendar year and not have an interruption in their benefits.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Elaine Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| 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 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/13/2026)
- 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming