Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2439: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- PESTICIDE CONTROL
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2439 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 -- PESTICIDE CONTROL. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Sam Bell (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 29, 2026): 04/29/2026 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.
Restricts application of pesticides and rodenticides at schools and childcare centers and requires schools to provide copies of notice to parents and guardians.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/29/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/29/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture