Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2441: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- COMPOSTING AND ORGANIC WASTE DIVERSION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2441 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- COMPOSTING AND ORGANIC WASTE DIVERSION. 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 28, 2026): 04/28/2026 Committee heard.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes Compost Fund to award grants related to reducing the amount of solid waste generated in the state.
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
- 04/28/2026 Committee heard
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/28/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance