Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2445: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- STATE PURCHASES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2445 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- STATE PURCHASES. Primary sponsor: Frank Ciccone (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): 05/12/2026 Committee heard.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits state agencies from entering into software contracts that limit the agency's ability to install or run the software of the agency's choosing on their hardware.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/12/2026 Committee heard
- 05/09/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance