Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2497: AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- THE RHODE ISLAND CANNABIS ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2497 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 CANNABIS ACT. Primary sponsor: Mark McKenney (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2026): 03/12/2026 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.
Amends sections of the Rhode Island cannabis act relating to the residency requirements for applicants for issuance of a license or certificate to own a cannabis establishment.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary