Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2423: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2423 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE. Primary sponsor: Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): 03/26/2026 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.
Requires the state building commissioner to implement electronic permitting for any category of state or local permit authorized under state law to significantly impact the expediency of construction and development.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/26/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/26/2026)
- 01/30/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government