Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2437: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- REFUSE DISPOSAL
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2437 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- REFUSE DISPOSAL. Primary sponsor: Tiara Mack (Democratic), Sam Bell (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 15, 2026): 04/15/2026 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.
Authorizes the department of environmental management to issue and enforce rules and regulations to implement and enforce the provisions of the food waste ban.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/15/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/15/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture