Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2170: AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR AND LABOR RELATIONS -- EMPLOYMENT SECURITY -- BENEFITS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2170 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 -- EMPLOYMENT SECURITY -- BENEFITS. Primary sponsor: Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Sam Bell (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic). 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 unemployment benefits for workers who are on strike or are locked out of their workplaces by their employer due to a labor dispute.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
“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