Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2234: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- RETIREMENT SYSTEM -- MEMBERSHIP AND SERVICE CREDITS
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
SB 2234 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- RETIREMENT SYSTEM -- MEMBERSHIP AND SERVICE CREDITS. Primary sponsor: Todd Patalano (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 5, 2026): 06/05/2026 Referred to House Finance.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Allows members of the retirement system who served in the national guard or reserves and qualify as veterans, to purchase retirement service credits based on their years of service in the National guard or reserves.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/05/2026 Referred to House Finance
- 06/04/2026 Senate read and passed
- 06/02/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/04/2026)
- 06/02/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 05/29/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/02/2026)
- 05/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/14/2026)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance