Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2314: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- LARGE CAPACITY FEEDING DEVICE BAN OF 2022
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2314 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- LARGE CAPACITY FEEDING DEVICE BAN OF 2022. Primary sponsor: Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): 04/14/2026 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.
Makes a first offense of possessing a large capacity feeding device a misdemeanor and subsequent offenses felonies.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary