Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2179: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- STANDARD AND DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2179 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- STANDARD AND DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME. Primary sponsor: Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Gordon Rogers (Republican), Thomas Paolino (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2026): 04/08/2026 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.
Repeals daylight savings time in the state and follow the “United States Standard Eastern Time” as provided by an exemption from the advancement of time as provide by the federal Uniform Time Ac of 1966, 15 U.S.C. § 260(a).
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)
- 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs