Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2177: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- DECORATIONS
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
SB 2177 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- DECORATIONS. Primary sponsor: Bob Britto (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 19, 2026): 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes the Rhode Island orange heart medal to formally recognize Rhode Island veterans whose service exposed them to toxic herbicides, burn pits, or other hazardous agents.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/16/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/08/2026 House passed in concurrence
- 06/05/2026 Placed on the House Consent Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 06/04/2026 Committee recommends passage in concurrence
- 06/02/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/04/2026)
- 05/08/2026 Referred to House Veterans Affairs
- 05/07/2026 Senate read and passed
- 04/30/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/07/2026)
- 04/29/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for consideration (04/29/2026)
- 03/11/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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