Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2496: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- OPEN MEETINGS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2496 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 -- OPEN MEETINGS. Primary sponsor: Brian Thompson (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 28, 2026): 05/28/2026 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.
Allows a pregnant member or member that has given birth in the past six (6) months to appear remotely and permits any member that participates in a meeting remotely to vote at that meeting, provided that the meeting is held in person.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/28/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/26/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/28/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary