Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2443: AN ACT RELATING TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY -- AGRICULTURAL FUNCTIONS OF DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2443 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY -- AGRICULTURAL FUNCTIONS OF DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT. Primary sponsor: Thomas Paolino (Republican), Elaine Morgan (Republican), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Gordon Rogers (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2026): 03/04/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Redefines what constitutes a farm by reducing the amount of revenue from farm products required to be sold from $10,000 to $2500. It also expands the farm to include all agricultural operations, including forestry.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Elaine Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/04/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance