Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2344: AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW -- GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- INTERCHANGE FEES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2344 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO COMMERCIAL LAW -- GENERAL REGULATORY PROVISIONS -- INTERCHANGE FEES. Primary sponsor: Alana DiMario (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): 03/24/2026 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.
Prohibits the charging of interchange fees on taxes and gratuities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/24/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/24/2026)
- 01/30/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Commerce