Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2293: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FAIRNESS IN WOMEN'S SPORTS ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2293 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FAIRNESS IN WOMEN'S SPORTS ACT. Primary sponsor: Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Gordon Rogers (Republican), Elaine Morgan (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2026): 03/04/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Categorizes women by their biological identity at birth rather than their gender identity for purpose of organized sports.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Elaine Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/04/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary