Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2319: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- OPEN MEETINGS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2319 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- OPEN MEETINGS. Primary sponsor: Gordon Rogers (Republican), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 13, 2026): 05/13/2026 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.
Provides that public meetings involving collective bargaining agreements of school teachers shall be open to the public.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/13/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/13/2026)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming