Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2457: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE RHODE ISLAND KRATOM ACT
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- Introduced
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
SB 2457 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE RHODE ISLAND KRATOM ACT. Primary sponsor: Mark McKenney (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 4, 2026): 06/04/2026 Referred to House Corporations.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Provides that all kratom products for sale would be stored and kept in a locked case, until sold.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/04/2026 Referred to House Corporations
- 06/03/2026 Senate passed Sub A
- 05/29/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/03/2026)
- 05/28/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/27/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/26/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/28/2026)
- 02/26/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/23/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/26/2026)
- 02/23/2026 Meeting postponed (02/24/2026)
- 02/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services