Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2343: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- SMALL BUSINESS REGULATORY FAIRNESS IN ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2343 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- SMALL BUSINESS REGULATORY FAIRNESS IN ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES. Primary sponsor: Victoria Gu (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Gordon Rogers (Republican), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), Thomas Paolino (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2026): 03/10/2026 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.
Expands the duties of the small business ombudsman, by also having the ombudsman serve as the Rhode Island commerce corporation's small business advocate.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| 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
- 03/10/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)
- 01/30/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Commerce